The Buried Book

The book tells the story of the Epic of Gilgamesh, from its origins in ancient Mesopotamia to its rediscovery in the 19th century.

It details the efforts of early archaeologists and scholars, such as George Smith and Hormuzd Rassam, who uncovered and deciphered the cuneiform tablets containing the epic.

The book also explores the epic's influence on later literature, including the Bible and other ancient texts, and its continued relevance in modern times.