According to this simile, Achilles' speed is being compared to "the wild mountain hawk", which implies that Achilles is running exceptionally fast. This characterizes Achilles to be aggressive and determined to get what he wants. Hector is compared to "a cringing dove", meaning Hector appears to be fragile and vulnerable as Achilles was catching up to
According to this simile, Achilles' speed is being compared to "the wild mountain hawk", which implies that Achilles is running exceptionally fast. This characterizes Achilles to be aggressive and determined to get what he wants. Hector is compared to "a cringing dove", meaning Hector appears to be fragile and vulnerable as Achilles was catching up to