Epic Poetry

In this lesson, we will learn about Epic poems and their common features, and look at some examples together.

In this lesson, we will look at typical Epic plots and consider what qualities make a typical Epic hero.

In this lesson, we will learn about the origins of the Old English Epic poem Beowulf, and examine why it is still so important today.

In this lesson, we will look at Beowulf's character and think about why he is considered an Epic hero.

In this lesson, we will look at how the poet presents the monster Grendel in the Epic poem Beowulf.

In this lesson, we will look at the Epic techniques the poet uses to present Beowulf and his men.