By the general process of epic poetry, I mean the way this form of art has constantly responded to the profound needs of the society in which it was made. (Lascelles Abercrombie)

By the general process of epic poetry, I mean the way this form of art has constantly responded to the profound needs of the society in which it was made.

Lascelles Abercrombie

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