"The world knows of a vast stock of epic material scattered up and down the nations; sometimes its artistic value is as extraordinary as its archaeological interest, but not always"

This quote by Lascelles Abercrombie speaks to the vast amount of epic material that exists worldwide. This product is spread across lots of countries and can be of great historical interest, along with creative value. Abercrombie is recommending that the artistic worth of this product is not constantly as remarkable as its historical interest, but that it still has value. This quote speaks with the importance of preserving and studying this product, as it can supply insight into the history and culture of various countries. It also speaks with the value of recognizing the creative worth of this material, even if it is not as extraordinary as its archaeological interest. By doing so, we can gain a better understanding of the world and its many cultures.