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Clytemnestra and Penelope, 2006.
A comparison between the characters of Clytemnestra from Aeschylus' "Agamemnon" and Penelope from Homer's "Odyssey."
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper compares and contrasts two female characters from the Greek classics: Clytemnestra from Aeschylus' "Agamemnon" and Penelope from Homer's "Odyssey." The author shows how the lives of both characters are profoundly affected by the Trojan War and the absence of their husbands. However, the author also demonstrates how the two have completely opposite natures and motivations -- Clytemnestra's hate for Agamemnon and Penelope's love for Odysseus.
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"Penelope is the perfect match to Odysseus. Strong and determined, she has been hanging on to the hope that he will return to her one day. In the meantime, she has to make use of her intelligence to keep the suitors away from her and the throne. In an effort to protect her only son Telemakhos, she keeps the suitors' hopes of marrying her alive. She learns the ways of deceit as a means of survival. Smarter than the men who crowd her hall, she slips through their fingers with ingenious stratagems such as the weaving of the shroud and the bow competition. But her condition as a woman only allows her liberty of action to a certain extent. Even though her intelligence is enough to trick even the clever Odysseus as it is told in Book Twenty-three (the olive tree trunk bed), she knows that with the return of her husband her power is no more. As a woman, her will is accepted as long as it does not interfere with the male fancy. "This question of the bow will be for men to settle, most of all for me. I am master here" (Fitzgerald, 414), declares Telemakhos, neutralizing his mother's orders concerning the bow competition. Penelope does not question the limitations she has to accept because of her condition as a woman. She bows down to them, realizing that it is not for her to contradict a man's order. Penelope has never really wanted to ascend to the throne and govern Ithaca. It is the immediacy of the threat to Odysseus' power that pushes her to find a way to preserve what belongs to her man by right -- or, in this case, by marriage, since Odysseus has become ruler of the land by means of taking Penelope as his wife. Unlike Clytemnestra, whose ability to reign over Argos is admired and praised, Penelope is unable to maintain the order in Ithaca."
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Penelope in "The Odyssey", 2006.
An analysis of the character of Penelope in Homer's classic "The Odyssey."
784 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper details the significance of Penelope's character in the Greek classic "The Odyssey," by Homer. The writer contends and explains how Penelope's cleverness and cunning works to her advantage in dealing with her suitors, which she divides and pits against one another. This brief yet concise paper details the plot of Homer's poem while illustrating Penelope's personality as a clever manipulator.
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"Penelope's first reaction to the stranger is curiosity. The first thing she must know about him is exactly who he is. She asks to know about his family and his hometown. When he recounts that he once knew Odysseus, she becomes sorrowful and also speculative. She then asks him to tell her what "sort of clothes her wore; what the man himself was like, and the comrades who were with him." As he answers her question, she becomes more tearful and he attitudes toward the stranger changes. She tells him that he will be "one beloved and honored" in her halls. She also tells him that of all the stranger that have made their way to her, none have seemed so much like Odysseus in "form, voice, and feet." Here it seems as though Penelope may be aware that the stranger is indeed Odysseus but she never acknowledges this fact forthright."
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Penelope's Suitors in Homer's "Odyssey", 2007.
A discussion of the narrative function and importance of Penelope's suitors within Homer's "Odyssey".
1,104 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 38.95
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The paper analyzes how the many suitors that unsuccessfully woo Odysseus's wife, Penelope, when Odysseus is away for 20 years fighting the Trojan war, serve, stylistically, to expand the number and variety of viewpoints in the text. The paper further analyzes how this reinforces the theme of Penelope's loyalty to her absent husband. The essay discusses how the presence of these many suitors within Odysseus' household during his absence, and their efforts to woo his wife away from him, serve several distinct narrative functions.
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"When Odysseus finally does at last arrive home to Ithaca again, disguising himself now as an elderly beggar, it becomes abundantly clear to Odysseus that Penelope has indeed remained faithful to him throughout his twenty-year absence, and especially during the difficult period of the last four years since Troy has fallen. In order to have managed to do so, however, Penelope has had to think up clever tricks and time-buying strategies, including the telling of her suitors that she was weaving a burial shroud for Laertes, the old father of Odysseus, and that as soon as she finishes with this work she would then finally choose from among her many impatiently waiting suitors."
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Comparing Athena and Penelope, 2003.
Comparison of the portrayals of Athena and Penelope and their roles in Homer's "The Odyssey".
2,454 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 74.95
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This paper analyzes Penelope and Athena's portrayals and roles in "The Odyssey" using Homer's description of them and how he wrote the characters, how Odysseus himself views the two women, and how they both help Odysseus in his journey back to Ithaca.
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"The ?owl-eyed goddess? Athena (Homer 1, 87), described in this way many times throughout the piece, is characterized generally as an intelligent, witty, caring god who takes extreme interest in Odysseus. Athena?s role is vital in getting Odysseus back to Ithaca, as demonstrated in the countless episodes of vital assistance lent to Odysseus in his times of need. One small example of her help is when Athena beautifies Odysseus directly before the final revealing of him to Penelope in Book 23. Athena is also portrayed as very caring, through her assistance to Odysseus and comments such as this made here by Nestor: ?Ah, if only grey-eyed Athena chose to love you/ The way she did glorious Odysseus/ In the land of Troy! I have never seen/ A god show love so openly/ As Athena did to him. / You could see her/ Standing at his side!? (Homer 3, 242-247). This quote emphasizes Homer?s writing of the goddess as especially caring towards Odysseus, while again using the ?grey-eyed? physical description of her. The author?s style of describing Athena as necessary to the basic plot of the story commands further respect for the character. Without Athena, the majority of the poem would not take place. The story would end with Odysseus stranded on Calypso?s island. Homer interjects his own reverence for her when describing Agamemnon?s distaste towards the army?s sailing to sea."
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The Weaving Power of Athena and Penelope, 2004.
An analysis of Homer's "The Odyssey" with a focus on the female characters, Penelope and Athena.
1,715 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper discusses Homer's "The Odyssey". The paper explains that although Athena and Penelope are very different in terms of their general gender characteristics and hence their relative power, they are also very much alike in the way they actually influence events and manipulate the world around them. The paper examines how both inspire men to great deeds, for better or worse; both affect their environment through trickery and guile and both use their beauty to influence others.
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"Homer's tale of the Odyssey is populated by many female characters, ranging in nature from the silent and submissive to the ferociously lethal. If one were to pick out two women who are most influential in the shaping of the story, however, the choice would certainly linger on the strange dyad of Athena and Penelope. Athena serves as the direct initiator of much of the action, and it is her force of will that drives the return of Odysseus and the death of the suitors. Penelope, on the other hand, is the inspiration which motivates the principle actors -- for herself, she takes precious little action and is deeply passive, even paralyzed, yet her very existence is enough to spur Odysseus from the side of his goddess-lover and to inspire the blind devotion of her suitors. "
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Clytemnestra's Role, 2007.
An analysis of Clytemnestra's role in Aeschylus' "Oresteia."
2,329 words (approx. 9.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 71.95
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The paper provides a brief overview of the "Oresteia," a three part cycle of plays that include the Agamemnon, the Choephoroe and the Eumenides. The paper portrays how Clytemnestra's role is ultimately one of a weak woman in society; although she is queen and is very persuasive, she remains unsuccessful in the end.
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Introduction
Brief Overview of the Oresteia
The Role of Clytemnestra
Conclusion
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"The Oresteia is a three part cycle of plays; the Agamemnon, the Choephoroe, and the Eumenides. The Agamemnon sets the tone for the role Clytemnestra plays as a woman whose advice and words are completely disregarded by her husband. In the Agamemnon, Clytemnestra is deceived by her husband, Agamemnon, into sending him their youngest daughter Iphigenia. Agamemnon cuts Iphigenia's throat on an alter as a sacrifice. Furthermore, Clytemnestra's advice to respect the defeated Trojan temples and people is deliberately disregarded by Agamemnon, and the city is wildly looted, destroyed and burned. Clytemnestra finally kills Agamemnon after the Trojan War, when he brings home a raped and captured Trojan priestess."
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Clytemnestra, 2004.
A discussion on the characterisation of Clytemnestra in the "Agamemnon" of Aeschylus.
3,485 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 98.95
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This paper examines how in his play "Agamemnon", the Greek playwright Aeschylus offers a character study of a complex woman, Clytemnestra, the wife of Agamemnon, the Greek ruler who conquered Troy. It looks at how when considering the characterisation of Clytemnestra provided in the "Agamemnon", many have made a comparison to the much weaker and insignificant character presented by Homer and how unlike Homer, Aeschylus creates a strong version of this character, a woman who manipulates the will of men in order to get what she wants. It discusses her duplicity and the complexities of her character, her strong character portrayal and the fact that she was a powerful women of her time.
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"She stands firm in the continued celebration of a war finally won and stands in opposition to the warnings of the chorus about celebrating too soon. This is a form of action on the part of Clytemnestra. This action speaks volumes as it gives the audience great insight into her strength. The Chorus did not believe what Clytemnestra had told them; rather they had a typical male view of her and seemed to think she was just being a weak hearted person who is blinded by her longing for her husband. The image that the Chorus has of Clytemnestra was very different from the type of woman she proved herself to be at the end of the play. She emerges a stronger person because in comparison to Agamemnon she tends to dominate, thus showing the reversal of roles between herself and her husband."
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Clytemnestra, Murderess or Heroine?, 2003.
An examination of Aeschylus?s tragedy, "Oresteia", and the character of "Clytemnestra".
2,832 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 84.95
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This paper first explains why Clytemnestra is viewed as a murderess, and then goes into the reasons why, in the writer's opinion, she is a heroine. The paper includes insightful quotes, examples, and facts, in order to support the writer's particular point of view.
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"The Greek playwrights of ancient times wrote their plays for entertainment purposes only. Therefore, I highly doubt that they could foresee their dramas and tragedies being put into print and analyzed ages and ages after their death. For this reason, controversy can, and does exist pertaining to what exactly the playwrights wanted their audience to perceive. In Aeschylus? tragedy, Oresteia, the audience is faced with a judgmental fork in the road. The featured character, Clytemnestra, can be perceived as both a murderess and a heroine. Objectively, I would assert that there are existing facts to support both notions, but personally, I would argue in favor of the idea that Clytemnestra is a heroine and has a perfectly fair rationalization for her actions."
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Patriarchy and Clytemnestra, 2005.
An analysis of the rise of patriarchy in Ancient Greek society through the character Clytemnestra.
2,070 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 71.95
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In this paper, an analysis of the rise of patriarchy in Ancient Greek society is provided by means of an analysis of the character of Clytemnestra as she is portrayed in Aeschylus' Oresteia and other Greek epics, that show that she is shunned and pays the ultimate price for her autonomy.
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"Patriarchy generally refers to the dominance of males in a social hierarchy. We see that most cultures and societies throughout history have been dominated by males. The rise of patriarchy often had the impact ..."
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"The Odyssey: A Stage Version", 2005.
An analysis of the moral journey of Penelope in Derek Walcott's "The Odyssey: A Stage Version".
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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The paper examines the character of Penelope in "The Odyssey: A Stage Version". The paper analyzes how Penelope does take a journey, but in a different manner that her husband, Odysseus. The moral and ethical journey of marital loyalty becomes the psychological obstacles that Penelope must overcome in her inner travels. The paper further discusses how Penelope is represented in other characters, such as Circe, as a memory that moves in tandem with Odysseus. However, it is the journey of loyalty and commitment at home where Penelope shows prudence, morality, and fidelity in her behaviors and actions under great marital duress.
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"In this drama study the journeys of Penelope in Derek Walcott's "The Odyssey: A Stage Version", one can find a moral set of tests that are brought forth through the disguises of Odysseus. In this manner, Penelope must undergo a series of trials that will either prove loyalty or betrayal to the memory of her marriage vows to Odysseus. In this manner, the journey of Penelope, although far more stationary that those of Odysseus, is as series of moral and psychological tests that prove her loyalty to marriage. Although much of The Odyssey in Walcott's staged presentation relies on the journey of Odysseus returning home from the Trojan Wars, it is apparent that there are other character that must invariably live parallel journeys in relation to the main character."
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Telemachus' Relationships, 2002.
An examination of Telemachus' changing relationships with Penelope and Odysseus in Homer's "The Odyssey".
1,230 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The writer of this paper examines the way in which Telemachus' relationship matures and develops towards his parents - Penelope and Odysseus. The story begins with Telemachus' relationships being very self-centered. The paper shows how one of the major themes is Telemachus?s personal growth from being a child to becoming a man. This change in Telemachus is reflected by the changing relationship with his parents. His relationship with Penelope and Odysseus at the start are those of a boy. By the end of "The Odyssey" these relationships have changed to those of a man, representing the change in Telemachus?s character. It is this character change that is examined in the paper.
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"The Odyssey begins with the relationship between Telemachus and Penelope at the point between a mother-child relationship and a mother-adult relationship. Telemachus feels the need to protect his mother, and attempts to do so, but is not quite capable of taking on this role. Rather than fighting for his mother?s rights, he calls an assembly and asks that the suitors be expelled. Even in doing this he admits his own weakness, ?but, had I the power, my will should serve me to exempt this hour from out my life-time. For, past patience, base deeds are done here, that exceed defence of any honor. Falling is my house, which you should shame to see so ruinous? (II, 100-105). In this speech, two things are seen. Firstly, that Telemachus wants to protect his mother?s honor, and secondly, that he does not have the power to do that. At the end of his speech he loses his composure, ?This said, his sceptre 'gainst the ground he threw, and tears still'd from him; which mov'd all the crew, the court struck silent, not a man did dare to give a word that might offend his ear? (II, 131-135). This further illustrates that while he wants to act like a man, he is not yet able to do so. "
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Homer's "Odyssey", 2005.
This paper compares the characters Penelope and Eurykleia in Homer's "Odyssey".
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper explains that the Penelope and Eurykleia in Homer's "Odyssey" are similar in a number of respects. The author points out that the significant point is that Penelope uses her reason and planning powers while Eurykleia is a person who has access to information and can act to bring out the truth. The paper stress that they are complementary.
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"From the contemporary perspective, Penelope and Eurykleia appear in many respects to be constrained and to be inferior to men. However, both of these women play crucial roles in The Odyssey. Eurykleia is a practical woman of action, a confidante, and a person who has the perception to identify the truth. Penelope, on the other hand, has the power to determine the entire outcome of the epic, depending on her decision regarding the suitors. Both women have power, and Penelope makes it clear that she could have prevented the entire journey by Odysseus, while the final outcome could not have occurred without Eurykleia's assistance to Odysseus."
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"The Blue Flower" and "The English Patient", 2002.
The central symbol of one novel is amplified and underlined by another in a comparison of works by Penelope Fitzgerald and Michael Ondaatje.
3,395 words (approx. 13.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 96.95
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This essay first looks closely at the symbol of the blue flower which is central to the novel of the same name written by Penelope Fitzgerald. Close scrutiny is made of the transformational love relationship between Fritz and Sophie. Next comes a study of the lovers in "The English Patient" by Michael Ondaatje followed by a comparison of the two relationships. This comparison reveals how the two sets of lovers in the two novels each experience the true opening of self to the most intense inner experiences possible.
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"The meaning of the central symbol around which The Blue Flower by Penelope Fitzgerald revolves expands even further when studied in relationship to The English Patient by Michael Ondaatje. The historical subjects about which Michael Ondaatje and Penelope Fitzgerald write are quite distant from each other in time and place. Fritz?s attachment to Sophie and Hana?s relationship with Kip are vastly different, and yet there is are elements of similarity. For each of these couples, when their individual lives come in contact with each other, something, happens-- something big, something life changing, something that, looking back at the end of a lifetime, might be described as having made all the difference. This something might also be called human growth."
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Jocks and Burnouts, 2006.
This paper reviews the book 'Jocks and Burnouts: Social Categories and Identity in High School' by Penelope Eckert.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the subject of high school identity through a look at 'Jocks and Burnouts: Social Categories and Identity in High School' by Penelope Eckert. The writer shows how the author believes that American high schools shape adolescents' understanding of who they are and how they should act. Further, the writer demonstrates that Eckert shows that a number of formal and informal messages are sent to American high schoolers, in terms of how they are expected to identify with the key institutions of American life.
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"According to Penelope Eckert's analysis in her book, Jocks and Burnouts: Social Categories and Identity in High School, American high schools shape adolescents' understanding of who they are and how they should act in a variety of formative ways, many of which are inadvertently negative. For traditional social, cultural, academic, and community reasons, Jocks receive special treatment at the expense of other groups, which reflects America's cultural fascination with sports and sports stars."
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Homer?s Odyssey, 2002.
A discussion of Homer's Odyssey, illustrating the relationship between Telemakhos and Penelope.
1,084 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper analyzes the complex set of both personal and cultural relationships between many characters in Homer?s Odyssey. The paper describes Homeric culture, which demanded that a high level of attention be paid to social norms and standards. The paper portrays the loyalty the characters must show, through an examination of the relationship between Telemakhos and his mother Penelope.
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"Telemakhos shows both admiration and loyalty toward his mother, his household and his father by publicly lamenting and confronting the intruding suitors in a public assembly, an assembly that is not called together frequently and seems to be reserved for very important events or occasions. Telemakhos makes clear to the assembly that he wishes that the suitors withdraw from his home because they are both unwanted and because proof of his father?s death, even after such a long absence, has not been determined. Telemakhos reports that his mother wishes to remain faithful to Odysseus until some sure sign of his death is brought to her, yet she is forced by custom to address so many unwanted suitors and feels unprotected so far from her own family."
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