epic poetry

• Ein langes erzählendes Gedicht, das in der Regel in einem erhabenen Stil verfasst ist und von den Taten heroischer Figuren oder der Geschichte einer Nation oder Kultur erzählt.

A lengthy narrative poem, typically written in elevated style, that recounts the deeds of heroic figures or the history of a nation or culture.

1. Long narrative poemB2formal

   A lengthy narrative poem, often celebrating the deeds of heroic figures or the history of a nation.

   Epische Dichtung

   • Homer's 'Iliad' is a classic example of epic poetry.
   • The student studied epic poetry from ancient Greece and Rome.
   • Epic poetry often includes gods, heroes, and grand adventures.