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What type of literature is Shahnameh considered to be?

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The Shahnameh is considered an epic poem, a long narrative poem that typically tells of heroic deeds and legendary figures. It is a masterpiece of Persian literature, written by the poet Ferdowsi over a period of about 30 years and completed in 1010 AD.
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