Master the vast landscape of epic literature with this essential student guidebook. Delve into ancient roots with Homer and Virgil, traverse classical periods with Dante and Milton, and arrive at contemporary epics by Tolkien and beyond. This comprehensive text demystifies complex literary studies, tracing themes from romance to the supernatural across poetry, novels, film, and theatre. Perfect for Indian university students and literature enthusiasts, it offers a guided tour through world literature, providing critical analysis tools and new directions for appreciating epic’s enduring legacy.