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The Book of the Epic
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Literary CriticismMythology & FolklorePoetry Criticism
ISBN13: 9781025316475
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 700
Weight: 2.12
Height: 1.40 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The collection extends beyond Western traditions, exploring the rich oral and written epics of the East, including the Indian Ramayana and Mahabharata, and the Persian Shahnameh. By presenting these stories in a single volume, Guerber highlights the universal themes of heroism, destiny, and the human condition that resonate across disparate civilizations. The Book of the Epic serves as both an essential reference for students of literature and a fascinating introduction for general readers wishing to explore the monumental stories that form the bedrock of human storytelling. This work remains a vital contribution to the study of comparative literature and mythology.
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