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Epic, The : A Very Short Introduction
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Overview
The epic is an ancient and universal form of artistic expression. Storytellers around the globe have long told of heroes who are touched by greatness and gain lasting fame.
In this Very Short Introduction, Anthony Welch places the Western epic canon alongside traditional heroic poetry from Asia, Africa, and the Near East. Tracing shared themes and practices that unite the world's epic literature, Welch examines the roles that epic poets serve in society and how epic storytelling differs from other narrative forms. Ranging widely from Gilgamesh to Derek Walcotts Omeros, the author acquaints listeners with some of the world's greatest literary works and asks why the epic holds such power over our imaginations.
Details
- ISBN-13: 9798855561609
- Publisher: Tantor Audio
- Publish Date: Mar 2025
- Author: Anthony Welch
- Narrator: David Stifel
- Duration: 04:42:32