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Essays 151 - 180
In seven pages the classical Greek definition of hero as revealed in the epic poems of Homer is discussed....
Two characters from each of Homer's epics are compared in five pages in order to ascertain which is the most heroic of the charact...
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 8 pages this paper contrasts and compares how warfare is ideologically presented in each classical work. There are no other so...
In a paper consisting of 6 pages war and domesticity are examined within the context of these Homerian ethics particularly as they...
although portrayed by many in a sympathetic light Homer see her as a wicked woman who brings shame on herself and her society thro...
are not primarily about war. The love element is significantly greater. In exploring Virgils Aeneid, it is perhaps the metamorpho...
heroic ideal of the young and noble combatant who appears to be destined to die at an early age on the battlefield. Achilleus is ...
Aspects of Homer's epic poem are analyzed in this paper that contains five pages. There are no other sources listed in the biblio...
In five pages this paper contrasts and compares how the heroic code is represented in these two works. There are no other sources...
be regarded as a historical document. There is very little certain about the poem itself or its author, who was supposedly a blin...
so "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey" are rare glimpses into the feminine status in what was essentially a strict Greek patriarchy. Wh...
is somber (tragic). "...In great works of art all levels in which interpretation can be pursued fruitfully probably remain in som...
The fates of death or destruction could be explored in a dramatic structure, and how the protagonist elected to face his destiny, ...
In seven pages these works by Stephen Crane and Homer are examined within the context of the tragic hero and his combat motives. ...
much. In a sense, he is the quintessential manly man. Odysseus in a way is a caricature. While there are a lot of traits he posses...
In five pages fate as it affects Antigone, Hector, and Achilles is examined. There are no other sources listed....
we see Hector awaiting his battle with Achilles and again there is a strong indication of the emotion which drives and influences ...
than life and serves as a role model for others to follow; they are brave, smart and good in battle; and, the hero embarks upon a ...
(2) which struck the coup de grace" (Floyd ucla13.html). As we can see, although Hektor obviously killed Patroklos, he was just on...
(Hunter). She takes him to the River Styx because, "everything the sacred waters touched became invulnerable, but the heel remain...
how all true tragic heroes apply the same principle: by purging his sins in exchange for forgiveness from nature and the gods. He...
prince, a warrior and one who will fight to the death to defend what he believes in. However, in order to support the above thesis...
Achilles grief offends the gods. Hera argues that since Achilles is the son of the a goddess, he deserves more honor than Hector,...
a whole. According to Hector, Paris has brought ruin on his people and has allowed his lust for women to drive him to insane actio...
Greek society was that imposed upon them by either their fathers or purchasers. They would never aspire to privilege or influence...
provoke me, she with her shrill abuse. Even now in the face of the immortal gods, she harries me perpetually, Hera charges me that...
of Helen of Troy in marriage if she wins. This starts the war. In this we see that the war is being fought over a woman, Helen, c...
could live. It was on the broad shoulders of this classical hero upon which the security of society rested. While the hero walke...
states, "Up, then, and late though it be, save the sons of the Achaeans who faint before the fury of the Trojans. You will repent...