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Epigraph

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epigraph
a quotation at the beginning of a book, chapter, etc., suggesting its theme
Epigraph 

since the 14th century, a quotation used to open a work of literature or part of a work. Sources for epigraphs are folk literature, the Bible, aphorisms, fiction, and letters. Sometimes writers compose their own epigraphs. The epigraph introduces a fresh point of view to the topic under consideration, elucidating its meaning and indicating the traditions with which the work is linked.
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The count seized it hastily, his eyes immediately fell upon the epigraph, and he read, "`Thou shalt tear out the dragons' teeth, and shall trample the lions under foot, saith the Lord.
The Count of Monte Cristo by Dumas, Alexandre View in context
 
 
 
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