A long narrative poem that tells in grand style the history and aspirations of a national hero is called-

- Epic is a long narrative poem that tells in grand style the history and aspirations of a national hero.
- Ballad is a narrative poem that tells a story through dialogue and action.
- Ode is an exalted lyric poem that begins with an address to someone, instil anguish in the middle part and ends with consolation.
- Elegy is a Lyric poem mourning for the death of an individual or lamenting over a tragic event.
Source: An ABC of English Literature, Dr. M Mofizar Rahman.