Tag: Epic Poem
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Remembering Pictures in a Cave
In Deehabta’s Song, roommates Krissa and Jo face a mysterious encounter when an unidentified animal appears on Jo’s bed, leading her to a state of confusion. This experience stems from Krissa’s singing of an epic poem, which evokes visions linked to the ancient settlers’ memories, revealing forgotten connections to nonexistent species. Read more
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The Epic Poem
The epic, or epic poem, is an ancient literary form that tells the story of a hero’s mighty deeds. The Iliad and the Odyssey by Homer are familiar epic poems. Estimated to be written in the 8th century BC, the Iliad tells of the Trojan War, which occurred in the 13th or 12th century BC. Read more