The History Cat
The History Cat: Ancient Mesopotamia: Epic of Gilgamesh
Tells the story of the Epic of Gilgamesh which is an epic poem from Ancient Mesopotamia and is seen as a great work of literature.
Exploring Ancient World Cultures
Exploring Ancient World Cultures: Epic of Gilgamesh
This site gives an in-depth essay exploring the Epic of Gilgamesh and its history.
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Lyricalworks: Poetry, Poesy, Lyricism
A site that gives an explanation of lyric poetry, and explains their differences from epic poetry. Includes a link to an example of a lyric poem.
E Reading Worksheets
E Reading Worksheets: The Odyssey
In this learning module, students will engage in a deep study of The Odyssey. Worksheets, tests, and map projects are provided to reinforce comprehension of Homer's epic poem, The Odyssey. This module is designed to support Tier I, Tier...
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Lexiconic.net: Elements of Poetry
This resource explains how to approach an analysis of a poem. It discusses assumptions people may have, the importance of reading it closely before analyzing it, looking at the stanza structure, the type of poem, the sound patterns,...
Project Gutenberg
Project Gutenberg: The Iliad by Homer
Resource presents multiple digital formats of this literary work. Edward, Earl of Derby did this translation of Homer's epic.
The English Teacher
The English Teacher: Beowulf Lesson Plans
These teaching notes for Beowulf provide a model for your own lesson plan and as a basic resource to study Beowulf. These notes can help you remember the pertinent points of Anglo-Saxon epic poem and help to deepen your understanding.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Authors: Alighieri Dante
This site features the author Dante Alighieri including the full text of the epic poem The Divine Comedy.
Blackdog Media
Classic Reader: Author: Virgil
This site focuses on Virgil and his epic poem The Aeneid including links to the full text of the poem and a short biography of Virgil.
The English Teacher
The English Teacher: A Beowulf Test
The test can serve as a model for your own assessment of your students' understanding of the Old English epic poem.
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Holt Elements of Literature Sixth Course: Introduction From Beowulf
A background for the Anglo-Saxon poem Beowulf, to the time period in which it was created, and about the concept of the Epic Hero.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 52: Scops, Rappers and You
This lesson will help students to better understand and appreciate the epic poem Beowulf by comparing it to a modern rap song. All learners, and at-risk students in particular, learn better when they are able to find relevance and...
US Army Center
U.s. Army Center of Military History: Lewis and Clark: Corps of Discovery: Wintering With the Mandan Tribe
The Corps of Discovery stayed with the Mandan tribe for the first winter of their epic trip to the Pacific Coast. Read the entries in the Journals of Lewis and Clark to get first impressions and descriptions of the Native Americans who...
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Study Guide for Iliad: Books 1 4
This overview of the earliest sections of the Iliad, followed by study questions, guides the reader through the most important themes of the epic. Provides links to information regarding all the books.
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Indian Literature: Mahabharata
Concise explanation of the longest Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: The Metamorphoses
Written around 2 A.D. this poem about change is analysed in detail in this outstanding site. Look at important quotations and their significance as well as the major characters in this epic poem.
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The Mahabharata
This resource presents a synopsis of one of the great epics of India, concerning an 18-day war among 18 armies.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Paradise Lost
This site gives outstanding insights into Milton's great poem, Paradise Lost. Read about the characters the themes and important quotations in this fascinating site.
Bibliomania
Bibliomania: George Eliot Middlemarch
At this website, read the full text of George Eliot's novel, "Middlemarch." Included is a brief paragraph intoducing the book, its context, and its plot.
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Finding Dulcina: Strom Thurmond Ends Longest Filibuster in Senate History
Read about Senator Strom Thurmond's epic filibuster in an attempt to forestall the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1957. There is a brief biography of Thurmond and his political life, as well as information about the use of the...
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New Arts Library: "Paradise Lost" Milton's Summary
Taken from Milton's second publication of his epic poem. These short summaries were included to help illuminate the meaning of the original text. Site by New Arts Library.
A&E Television
History.com: Woodstock 1969: How a Music Festival That Should've Been a Disaster Became Iconic Instead
Fifty years later, people are still trying to match the bizarre accident that was Woodstock '69. The Woodstock Music and Art Fair began on August 15, 1969, as half a million people gathered on a dairy farm in Bethel, New York. Billed as...
Authors Calendar
Author's Calendar: Books and Writers: Virgil Biography and Quotes
A detailed biography of the ancient Roman writer Virgil complemented by selected quotes from his works. Also provides a bibliography.
PBS
A Tale for All Ages: The Odyssey
This PBS site features a note on the popularity of Robert Fagles's translation of Homer's Odyssey.
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