Epic poetry can best be defined as "poetry that tells a long story about a hero and their brave deeds using formal structure and elevated language." Epic poetry is a type of narrative poem that tells a story about a hero and their adventures or exploits. Epic poems typically use formal structure, such as a specific meter or rhyme scheme, and they often employ elevated language and grandiose imagery to convey the epic nature of the story being told. Examples of epic poetry include the Iliad and the Odyssey by Homer, Beowulf, and the Aeneid by Virgil.