Epic Definition An epic is a long narrative poem that relates the great deeds of a larger-than- life hero who embodies the values of a particular society.

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Epic Definition An epic is a long narrative poem that relates the great deeds of a larger-than- life hero who embodies the values of a particular society. -Sometimes called a heroic poem -Beowulf, the Iliad, and the Odyssey are all epics

Epics often… Concern eternal human problems such as the conflict between GOOD and EVIL Written or told on a grand scale and often in ceremonial style

2 Types of Epics 1.Folk Epic- oral compositions passed on from storyteller to storyteller and has changed over time. Ex. -Beowulf, the Iliad, and the Odyssey 2.Literary Epic- written compositions that are unchanged over time. Ex. - Aeneid and Paradise Lost

Epic Characteristics There are 5 main epic characteristics

Epic Characteristic #1 The hero is a great leader who is identified strongly with a particular people or society.

Epic Characteristic #2 The setting is broad and often includes supernatural realms, especially the land of the dead.

Epic Characteristic #3 The hero does great deeds in battle or undertakes an extraordinary journey or quest.

Epic Characteristic #4 Sometimes gods or other supernatural or fantastic beings take part in the action.

Epic Characteristic #5 The story is told in heightened language

Epic Hero Characteristics The epic hero is a “LARGER THAN LIFE PERSON” who embodies the highest ideals of his culture

Real Example: In Beowulf, the epic hero Beowulf is considered “larger-than-life” and embodies LOYALTY, VALOR/ COURAGE, SENSE OF JUSTICE, DIGNITY, PERSISTENCE, and many other traits of the Anglo-Saxon culture

Epic Hero Characteristics The epic hero usually undertakes a QUEST/ JOURNEY to achieve something of great value to themselves or society

Epic Hero Characteristics Epic heroes “LIVE ON AFTER DEATH”… meaning they are forever remembered by those who live after them… achieving a type of IMMORTALITY

Epic Hero Characteristics Overcomes great obstacles/opponents but maintains HUMANITY

Epic Hero Characteristics It is often necessary for the epic hero to connect/make contact with “LESSER” humans in order to succeed

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