The Gilgamesh Story and Others is a collection of ancient Mesopotamian EPICS. The term 'EPIC' refers to a long narrative poem that tells the story of a hero's journey. The Gilgamesh Story and Others includes the EPIC of Gilgamesh, which is one of the oldest known works of literature, as well as other EPICS such as the Atrahasis, Enuma Elish, and the Descent of Ishtar. These stories provide insight into the beliefs and values of the ancient Mesopotamian culture.