Epic

//What is Epic in literary terms?// **Epic** is a style of narrative poem which is long in length and shows action, characters and language through a heroic view where the style is often impressive and thrilling.

//What are some characteristics of an Epic poem?// //-// a central incident or series of incidents dealing with legendary or traditional material - a theme involving universal human problems - a towering hero of great stature //What is an example of Epic poetry?// And sometimes a proud old soldier Who had heard songs of the ancient heroes And could sing them all through, story after story, Would weave a net of words for Beowulf’s Victory tying the knot of his verses Smoothly, swiftly, into place with a poet’s Quick skill, singing his new song aloud While he shaped it, and the old songs as well

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