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‘Epic poetry was unknown to the Arabs, who were averse to fiction, whether it was expressed in poetry or in prose. The development of epic poetry was thus hindered, just as was the creation of novels or short stories.’

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* – ibid [Encyclopaedia Britannica) 22:] 48

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