A History Of Epic Poetry: Post Virgillian

By John T. Clark

Book Overview

""A History of Epic Poetry: Post Virgillian"" by John Clark is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of epic poetry from the time of Virgil to the present day. The book delves into the works of notable poets such as Dante, Milton, and Tennyson, analyzing the themes, structures, and techniques used in their epic poems. It also examines the impact of cultural and societal changes on the genre over time. The author provides a detailed analysis of the different forms of epic poetry, including the mock epic and the epic cycle. The book is an essential read for students and scholars of literature who are interested in the history and development of epic poetry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417958340
• ISBN13: 9781417958344
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"