Epic Poetry

<p><i>Epic Poetry</i> by Herbert Weir Smyth delves into the rich tradition of ancient Greek epic verse. This scholarly work explores the defining characteristics of epic poems their historical context and their enduring influence on Western literature. Smyth a renowned classicist offers insightful analysis of works attributed to Homer examining themes style and the cultural significance of these foundational texts. Ideal for students and scholars of classical literature this book provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of Greek epic poetry.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>