the world's oldest epic tale told in poetry is called the epic of
Epic poetry The oldest epic recognized is the Epic of Gilgamesh (c. 2500–1300 BCE), which was recorded In ancient Sumer during the Neo-Sumerian Empire. The poem details the exploits of Gilgamesh, the king of Uruk. Although recognized as a historical figure, Gilgamesh, as represented in the epic, is a largely legendary or mythical figure.[4]