HEROIC WORKS can be defined as stories or works of literature that feature brave and courageous characters. EPICS are long narrative poems, often about heroic deeds and events of great significance. SAGAS are similar to EPICS, but they are usually written in prose and focus on the history of a particular family or group of people. Both EPICS and SAGAS are considered to be heroic works, as they feature characters who are brave and courageous in the face of adversity.