How long does it take to read The Last Quest of Gilgamesh?
The Last Quest of Gilgamesh by Ludmila Zeman takes about 26 minutes to read at 250 words a minute.
About 26 minutes
An evening's read
First published 1995. 24 pages, about 6,600 words.
1 day at 30 minutes a day
Estimate based on 275 words per page.
At other speeds
| Slow, 150 words a minute | 44 minutes |
| Average, 250 words a minute | 26 minutes |
| Fast, 400 words a minute | 17 minutes |
The page count is the median across 2 editions, so your copy may differ. How we calculate.
About the book
In his final quest, Gilgamesh, still mourning the death of his dear friend Enkidu, sets out to find the key to immortality. His journey is perilous. He must fight ferocious serpents and wild lions. He travels through bitterly cold caves, across scorching deserts, and over the fatal waters of the Sea of Death. Finally he arrives at the palace of Utnapishtim, the only human who knows the secret of immortality. Utnapishtim sets Gilgamesh a test to stay away for six days and seven nights, but Gilgamesh fails. His last hope, a flower of eternal youth, is eaten by the goddess Ishtar, who exacts her revenge. Finally, Enkidu comes from the underworld to show Gilgamesh true immortality: the king will be remembered for his good deeds, courage, and love for his people.
Subjects: Gilgamesh (Legendary character), Legends, Folklore, Gilgamesh, Adaptations.
