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Epic poetry: the history and development of the genre

This literary genre is a fascinating immersion in the history of epic poetry, a genre that has accompanied humanity for many centuries. In this review, we explore the roots and evolution of epic poetry, from its ancient mythological origins to modern interpretations and retellings.

Here you will find reviews of significant epic poems of various cultures and eras, such as "Gilgamesh," "Iliad" and "Odyssey," "Aeneid," "Bible," "Mahabharata" and "Ramayana," as well as numerous medieval chivalric tales and sagas. We explore how epic poetry reflects the cultural, religious and historical aspects of the societies in which it arises, and how it influences the formation of peoples' worldview and self-awareness.

Reading reviews and the history of epic poetry will allow you to see the richness and diversity of this genre, as well as its significance to the literary and cultural heritage of mankind. This review will be a valuable resource for you in the study and understanding of epic poetry in its diversity and greatness.