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Nig-Nam Nu-Kal — "Nothing is of Value" (Sumerian)

−2000 · Book · Public Domain

This is a Sumerian wisdom text by Nig-Nam Nu-Kal, exploring themes of meaninglessness. It is notable for its early philosophical pessimism and existential reflections.

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