Who is the author of the famous novel 'The Epic of Gilgamesh'?

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Who is the author of the famous novel 'The Epic of Gilgamesh'?

The author of the famous novel 'The Epic of Gilgamesh' is unknown. The epic is considered one of the earliest surviving works of literature and was written in ancient Mesopotamia, specifically in the Sumerian language. It is believed to have been composed by multiple authors over a period of time, with the earliest versions dating back to around 2100 BCE. The epic tells the story of Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk, and his adventures and quest for immortality.