World Literature I
Homeric epics refer to the ancient Greek epic poems attributed to the poet Homer, primarily 'The Iliad' and 'The Odyssey.' These works are foundational texts of Western literature, telling grand tales of heroes, gods, and the complexities of human experience. The epics are notable for their use of oral tradition, where stories were passed down through generations before being transcribed, emphasizing performance and mnemonic devices in their structure.
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