This type of poem often describes important events in the history of a nation, such as the founding of Rome by Aeneas in the Aeneid.
In Greek and Roman literature, this genre was predominantly associated with dactylic hexameter and began "in medias res." European examples of this genre include Orlando Furioso, The Faerie Queene, and The Song of Roland. This type of poem often describes important events in the history of a nation, such as the founding of Rome by Aeneas in the Aeneid. For 10 points, name this genre of long, narrative poetry that traditionally describes heroic deeds.
In Greek and Roman literature, this genre was predominantly associated with dactylic hexameter and began "in medias res."
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