Essays 421 - 450
the past thirty years as to which was "better" - "2001" the book or "2001" the movie. Not surprisingly the fans of Clarkes numero...
the weak and defender of his territory and do whatever he must in the name of survival. A ravenous Odysseus is described by Homer...
In seven pages the classical Greek definition of hero as revealed in the epic poems of Homer is discussed....
concerns, as well as the relationships among the individual, law, and politics. Inasmuch as political leadership is akin to paren...
In seven pages this chapter is discussed in terms of how the author portrayed the philosophical influences of such theorists as Hu...
In six pages this paper examines cultural myths and the portrayal of heroes in this comparative analysis of the works by Virgil an...
In 8 pages these different literary texts are compared in terms of how they satisfy the epic definition in nation and character po...
In five pages the teachings featured in these texts are contrasted and compared. Seven sources are cited in the bibliography....
In five pages a comparative analysis of these works is presented in terms of differences and similarities in characterization, plo...
This research report compares Penelope's relationships with that of Odysseus. How the marital relationship comes to fruition and i...
In 5 pages tis paper discusses the conflict of order vs. disorder as depicted in these ancient Hebrew and Greek texts. There are ...
look at the example of Odysseuss wife Penelope. This queen is pictured as not only being desirable, but she is also pictured as be...
hes writing" (Steinberg inferno.htm). It is the Canto which presents us with the innocent and frightened Dante. He is just beginni...
out, therefore, that in the Odyssey there is a great deal of action and movement, such as the sea voyages and the way in which Ody...
so "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey" are rare glimpses into the feminine status in what was essentially a strict Greek patriarchy. Wh...
student who is writing about this topic should consider the ways in which the each author develops the philosophical journey of ea...
Antinoos and Eurymakhos, presided" (IV 654-657). In this way, sports is used as competition for a womans hand in marriage. The c...
in order to acquire knowledge, and to demonstrate bravery or quick-wittedness while they are dealing with unfamiliar situations or...
definitely postmodern? In some ways, that appears to be true, but in other ways that may not be the case at all. 2001 began with...
In five pages this epic goddess and hero are examined in terms of their similarities. There are no other sources cited....
opening sequence has been found buried beneath the surface of the moon. While Floyd and his colleagues are standing in front of th...
father. So, by the end of the story what he has done has given him experience and wisdom to deal with a future as a leader. Tel...
the story deals with his infatuations, lusts, loves and relationships. Surprisingly, Genji retains a hard exterior through it all...
a distraction, as a goal, as a guide, and as an agent of social recognition (The Odyssey in Transit, 2000). Odysseus is indeed co...
and craft are clear throughout the narrative, but such episodes as her deceiving of the suitors are not considered in the same lig...
instead decides they should be dinner. According to Odysseus, "He clutched my companions / and caught two in is hands like squirm...
job of delving deeply into the historical and cultural foundation of racial discrimination during the slave trade. Black Odyssey ...
could live. It was on the broad shoulders of this classical hero upon which the security of society rested. While the hero walke...
with not only Odysseus but with the other characters as well" (Athena, the Goddess). For example, "At the opening of the book, Ath...
son Telemakhos, his father Laertes, and even his dog Argos. Throughout his journey in the Odyssey, Odysseus often remarks about t...