History of Epic Poetry: Post-Virgilian (Studies in Poetry No 38)

By John T. Clark

Book Overview

""A History of Epic Poetry: Post Virgillian"" by John Clark is a comprehensive exploration of epic poetry from the time period following the works of the famous Roman poet Virgil. The book delves into the evolution of epic poetry throughout history, examining various forms and styles, as well as the cultural and social contexts in which they were created. It covers a wide range of epic poems, from the medieval classics like Dante's ""Divine Comedy"" to more contemporary works such as Derek Walcott's ""Omeros."" The author also discusses the influence of epic poetry on other literary genres and its enduring impact on culture and society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and evolution 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: 1162788291
• ISBN13: 9781162788296
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 350 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"