Epic (genre)

Genre of narrative presented in a long format

Epic is a narrative genre characterised by its length, scope, and subject matter. The defining characteristics of the genre are mostly derived from its roots in ancient poetry (epic poems such as Homer's Iliad and Odyssey). An epic is not limited to the traditional medium of oral poetry, and has expanded to include modern mediums including film, theater, television shows, novels, and video games.

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