The unfortunate circumstances in which both Hektor and Penelope find themselves not been caused by either of them by any means. Their problems are a result of the adulterous relationship of Paris and Helen, which has caused the Trojan War. Hektor is required to fight a war that he does not support, which he realizes and…
The Odyssey is mainly about men and their heroic triumphs and mighty deaths, which cast a shadow over the strong women. Most of the women are thought to be either motherly figures or romantic interests, but in truth, they are so much more, just like in present day society. Perhaps the most strong of all mortal characters is Penelope, the loyal wife of Odysseus. Although she is bombarded with suitors who stay at her house, she has managed to not give in.…
The myth of Achilles, the great Greek warrior of the Trojan War, is focused on his awesome power and destructive capabilities. The opening line of The Iliad begs, “Sing, goddess, the anger of Peleus’ son Achilles and its devastation” as if his exploits needed an introduction (Homer 1.1-2). However, there lies a deeper story within the epic poem, which I found to be more impactful than any account of Achilles’ talent. Evidently, many artists and poets share my opinion, having responded to this aspect of the myth both in ancient and modern works. Of course the topic in question is the relationship between the hero Achilles and his dear companion Patroclus. Nothing brings out the tender, sensitive side of the hero but his love for Patroclus. This softer side of Achilles is noted not only by Homer in The Iliad, but also in ancient works of art, modern paintings, and more recent poetry. If it weren’t for the intensity of Achilles’ devotion to Patroclus he hardly would have become the myth he did, for he would not have fought at all in the Trojan War. Therefore, due to the vast quantity of artistic response, I think it fair to conclude that the story of Patroclus and Achilles’ relationship is more impressive and provocative than the epic as a whole.…
In The Trojan War: A New History, author Barry Strauss argues for the historical authenticity of the event that was immortalized in epic poetry and song from the Archaic and Classical periods of Greece, and later Rome. Strauss keeps these epic works in mind as he digs deeper in the site of what is believed to be the ruins of once was Troy, and provides a fresh outlook on the most memorable conflict of the late Bronze Age. I will analyze and critique the work of Barry Strauss on the subject of the Trojan War as presented in his book, The Trojan War: A New History. The background of the author will be explored before beginning the journey into commenting on his abilities as a writer in discussing the format of his prose, and the historical method Strauss used in his piece. This will culminate with a brief analysis on how his evidence was presented, before concluding remarks summarizing the critical view of the book.…
Together, in the spur of the moment, they ran. The walls they enclosed themselves in, along with all of Troy, protected them as the ships launched and war erupted. Helen of Troy 's story of love and deceit inspired authors, such as Homer and Tisias, to write about the war caused by one woman and her act of betrayal towards her husband. As history goes and passes, questions arise as to whom exactly was Helen of Troy, and was she even real. Is the story true about the women who had "the face that launched a thousand ships" or is the mythological legend narrated as a make-believe tale expressed by the authors of past millennia?…
Helen Keller Her life and legacy "While they were saying among themselves it cannot be done, it was done." -Helen Keller Hailan El-Naas Grade 9A April 28, 2013 Table of Contents 1.…
The contributions that Helen Keller gave to the world of the blind and deaf are unforgettable. They continue to this day to influence many people throughout their daily lives. Many of those people are those who are not affected by blindness or deafness, but are regular people who became influenced with Helen Keller’s miracle story.…
When Hectors and his brother went to visit Sparta to negotiate peace between Sparta and troy , Paris had seen Helen and he was enchanted by her beauty and fell in love with her , not only Paris who were in love with her, Helen had also admired him as well , when it was time to departed from Sparta , Paris convinced Helen to come back with him to troy and they would live there together , Helen agreed and went back with him , hector did not know about this but when his brother told him at first hector wanted to go back and return her but then he saw how they were in love with each other , he…
The life of Helen Keller is brilliantly presented in The Story of My Life, which is authored by an optimistic Helen who is full of flowery language about all that is good in the world. . Keller has become an icon of perseverance, respected and honored by readers, historians, and activists. When she was a child, Keller received a letter from a writer that she quoted in her autobiography: ‘‘some day you will write a great story out of your own head that will be a comfort and help to many.’’ No doubt, this statement proved prophetic.…
Helen Adams Keller (June 27, 1880 – June 1, 1968) was an American author, political activist, and lecturer. She was the first deafblindperson to earn a bachelor of arts degree.[1][2] The story of how Keller's teacher, Anne Sullivan, broke through the isolation imposed by a near complete lack of language, allowing the girl to blossom as she learned to communicate, has become widely known through the dramatic depictions of the play and film The Miracle Worker. Her birthplace in West Tuscumbia, Alabama is now a museum [1] and sponsors an annual "Helen Keller Day". Her birthday on June 27 is commemorated as Helen Keller Day in the U.S. state ofPennsylvania and was authorized at the federal level by presidential proclamation by President Jimmy Carter in 1980, the 100th anniversary of her birth.…
the age of 19 months, she got a very bad fever which left her blind…
Have you ever imagined living in a world without sound and never able to hear a bird singing? Can you ever envision living in a world of darkness and never seeing a beautiful rainbow? Millions of deaf blind people have experienced this. One such person who lived in a dark and soundless world, who had never heard a bird singing or had seen a beautiful rainbow found a way to bring light to many other people. My hero is Helen Keller because she was an indefatigable, intelligent, and devoted person.…
He is the leader of the Myrmidons. When Achilles decides to stay in his tent for ten years of the war, neither the Trojans or the Greeks are winning. Since the Myrmidons follow Achilles directions, they stay in their tent for most of the period, except Patroclus, who dies after asking Achilles to fight. This is what stirs Achilles up to get avenge for his friend. I believe that Helen and Paris are both responsible. Helen knows the whole Trojan War is about her, yet she makes no move to escape. Helen has the time of her life with Paris and betrays her own husband, Menelaus. Paris also kidnaps Helen, because of Aphrodite. Aphrodite starts the seed that blooms into the whole starting of the war. Because she won the beauty contest, Aphrodite allows Paris to kidnap the most beautiful women in the Greek world, which is Helen. Paris should have better use of judgment of when it is right or wrong to do something, even if it is offered by a god. The person that acts with the most responsibility in the story is Hector. Hector wants to do his duty to whatever the cost. He is the only man the does not get fazed out by Helen’s beauty, and is loyal and devoted to his wife, because it is his duty. When Hector’s sister tells Hector that he is going to die going out to war, even though he believes her knows it is going to happen, he says it is his responsibility to go out a fight for what Paris…
Helen Adams Keller (June 27, 1880 - June 1, 1968) was born in Tuscumbia, Alabama, USA. When she was 19 months old, Helen was struck with a fever and became both deaf and blind. The lively child changed into a little wild 'animal' who terrorised the people around her.…
Helen Keller was an American writer and speaker. She was born in Tuscumbia, Alabama in 1880. When she was nineteen months old she became sick and lost her eyesight and hearing. The doctor didn't know what it was, so he called it a"congestion of the stomach and brain." Some people say that it was scarlet fever or meningitis.…