epic poetry

• Género literario que consiste en poemas narrativos extensos, generalmente en estilo elevado, que relatan las hazañas de héroes o acontecimientos importantes para la historia o identidad de un pueblo o cultura.

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.

   poesía épica

   • 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.