"The Epic of Gilgamesh" by Shin-eqi-unninni, 2000 B.C.

I would like to welcome you to this edition of Irreverent Interpretations of Ancient Literature with Professor ExplodingCat. Today, we will discuss the Epic of Gilgamesh, which is not only the oldest existing written story on Earth, but (as I wish to show) also the first known written example of gay erotica.

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