Concise explanation of the longest Sanskrit epic, the Mahabharata.

A biography of the great 10th century Persian poet, Ferdowsi. The focus of this biography is on his writing of the epic poem, "Shahnameh" or "The Epic of Kings."

A biography of the great 10th century Persian poet, Ferdowsi. The focus of this biography is on his writing of the epic poem, "Shahnameh" or "The Epic of Kings."

Homer is traditionally held to be the author of the ancient Greek epic poems the Iliad and the Odyssey, as well as of the Homeric Hymns. Today the hymns are considered to be later works but many still regard Homer as the author or...

Enjoy this contemporary English translation of the epic Old English poem Beowulf, which can be read in conjunction with the original for better comprehension.

Illustrated dictionary entry over famous Greek poet Homer. Highlights his two epic poems, the 'Iliad' and the 'Odyssey', which recounts life and times of 7th and 8th century BC. Traces Homer's lineage and how his works impacted the Greek...

Epic site exploring the history, stories, photos, and facts about Panama and its canal. Extremely thorough and interesting.

Epic site exploring the history, stories, photos, and facts about Panama and its canal. Extremely thorough and interesting.

An ancient greek epic poet, believed to have written The Illiad and The Odyssey.

An English poet and author of the epic of Paradise Lost.

This photo shows an epic avalanche in action on Mt Everest. Huge amounts of snow tumble down the mountain at rapid speeds.

An image of Montana Geographic Features.