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Heroes, gods and the role of epiphany in English epic poetry

by Edward L. Risden

English Epic poetryEpiphany in literatureGods in literatureHeroes in literatureHistory and criticismEpic poetry, history and criticism

"This book examines how epic poetry reflects cultural values, and how, in epic poems, the heroes must meet supernatural beings to find answers to essential questions. The work begins with three chapters on ancient poetry"--Provided by publisher.

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