Definition: An epilogue is a section or speech at the end of a book or play that serves as a comment on or a conclusion to what has happened. It is often used to provide insight into the future of the characters or to address or encapsulate the thematic or moral conclusions of the work.
Etymology and Origin: The term “epilogue” comes from the Greek “ἐπίλογος” (epilogos), which is formed from “ἐπί” (epi), meaning “in addition,” and “λόγος” (logos), meaning “word” or “speech.” The word entered English literature in the 15th century, maintaining its original Greek meaning, which refers to a concluding part added to a literary work.
