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Hector of the "Iliad", 2007.
A comparison of Homer's character of Hector of Troy in the "Iliad" to an Aristotlean hero.
1,833 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses Homer's Hector of Troy and how Hector is Homer's implicit hero within the "Iliad." The paper suggests that because Homer was an admirer of Aristotle, he created Hector to be the fictional embodiment of Aristotlean rationality and virtues in operation. The paper analyzes the character of Hector in the "Iliad" and illustrates the ways that Hector can be clearly seen as Homer's idea of an Aristotlean hero.
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"So Hector is at first shocked, and then deeply troubled, at his initial realization of his brother Paris's reckless impetuousness at having actually stowed Menopause's runaway bride Helen aboard en route back to Troy. This is a move that cannot be afforded, but Paris's practically-minded brother knows this too late. Hector thinks immediately, though, of the inevitable costly and painful ramifications of this intra-island abduction: for his father's vulnerable Kingdom, in particular while Paris continues staring into Helen's eyes. In all of these ways, then, and also by virtue of the inherent and exquisitely sensitive selfhood that Hector's creator Homer gives to him in particular and no one else within the Iliad or elsewhere, on and off the battlefield, Hector is perhaps Homer's very own hand-created hero: like the author of the Iliad himself, by reputation, plain spoken; direct; forthright. Hector, like his author with no sight, intuits with sensitive accuracy long before he needs, physically, to see on the Trojan battlefield itself."
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"The Iliad", 2006.
An analysis of the characters of Achilles and Hector in Homer's "The Iliad".
1,246 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper begins with a brief description of the battle that takes place in Homer's "The Iliad" and then goes on to describe the differences in the characters of Achilles and Hector, as well as their very different motives for fighting. More specifically, the paper explains that while Achilles fights for glory, Hector fights for his family, his country, and his ideals. The paper further notes that Hector places himself in harm's way knowingly in service to his city, whereas Achilles sulks in his tent because of his own pride, rather than out of concern for his country.
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"Warriors in Ancient Greece were men who demonstrated immense strength, honor, and great courage during battle. In Homer's The Iliad, both Achilles and Hector are depicted as great warriors, but they are also depicted in different ways. They both have certain strengths and weaknesses and different leadership qualities. They also have different motives for fighting and behave in different ways according to their characters. Achilles is beset by the sin of pride, which colors his judgment and causes him to commit an offense against decency after he defeats Hector. Hector acts more nobly and is defeated honorably in battle, and Achilles is also defeated, his vaunted vulnerability having been a flaw that becomes his downfall."
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Visions of Hector; Glimpses of Myself, 1999.
Examines Homer's development of the character , Hector in the "Iliad", to demonstrate the effectiveness of Homer's character descriptiveness.
2,565 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 1 source, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses the rich development of characters in Homer's Iliad, specifically examining the heroic character Hector to demonstrate Homer's success as a literary portrait painter. The author looks at Homer's techniques that brought the Trojan hero to life: simile, viewing Hector through enemy eyes, and describing his human nature, insecurity, honor, and his violent end.
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"Reading the Iliad leads us to ask many probing questions about humanity because the characters are embroiled in many issues that are of relevance even today. Hector, for instance, raises the question of the futility of war - how do you justify an event that kills so indiscriminately without respect for love, honor or responsibility? Questions such as these are asked only when the reader feels an involvement in the story; in the Iliad Homer makes that possible by breathing life into his characters, and we cannot help but share in a sense of loss when Hector dies as a victim of cruel circumstance."
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Male-Female Dynamics in Greek Literature, 2005.
Discusses the comparisons between two relationships in ancient Greek literature: Hector and Andromache from the "Iliad" by Homer and Oedipus and Jocasta from the "Oedipal" trilogy by Sophocles.
1,030 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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The parallel gained by a closer study of the characters, Hector and Oedipus, shows both comparisons and contrasts that can be drawn. Both couples in these works by ancient Greek authors Sophocles and Homer show not only bittersweet pictures of the loving tragic family, but also show the differing emotions and reactions that an average person goes through during a personal crisis. The paper notes that, just as one can clearly see the depth of their relationships, one can clearly see the progression of the emotions in play. The depth, dynamics, and reactions of each relationship bring them to life and show not only the insight the writers had into human nature, but also the quality that these works have that makes them a part of our modern literature.
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"Another prominent similarity between the two couples is their outstanding family life. With Hector and Andromache, their scene with Astyanax is perhaps the most well-known and emotional scene of The Iliad. As Andromache and Hector meet on the Trojan precipice, they speak of their love and concern for each other and then play with their son. As the exchange between the three proceeds with laughter and love, we see the playtime with Astyanax as, "Then taking up his dear son he tossed him about in his arms, and kissed him, and lifted his voice in prayer to Zeus...:...grant this boy, who is my son, may be as I am...great in strength...and delight the heart if his mother," (91). We see not only the joy they share embodied in the boy, but Troy's hope for a future. The affectionate family dynamic, either atypical of ancient fathers or at least not written into much literature, is also seen with Oedipus and Jocasta's home life, though the audience may shudder."
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Hector's Heroism, 2004.
A comparison between two characters in Homer's "The Iliad", Hector and Achilles.
800 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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A detailed description focusing on what it means to be heroic and honorable in Homer's "The Iliad". The paper offers persuasive proof that Hector embodies the meaning of a selfless hero.
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"Throughout the Iliad, Homer relays what it means for his mortal characters to be heroic and honorable during their short lifetimes. For Achilles, the Greek war hero and avid runner, feelings of honor were selfishly directed toward eternal recognition and the hope of achieving legendary appreciation in exchange for a lengthy existence. While Achilles is concerned with his own issues, Homer gives us Hector, who is prepared and rational about the concept of his inevitable death. His encounters with the women of Troy depict his sense of fear, but more so his intuitive feelings of community and family. In Book 6 of the Iliad, Hector returns within the walls of Troy to ask the women to prey to Athena, the Greek goddess of war and justice. His meetings with his mother, Hecuba, sister-in-law, Helen, and his beloved wife, Andromache, portray Hector?s perceptions of honor and heroism. Although his life is cut short by Achilles? hands, Hector of Troy represents a selfless desire to ensure safety to his society even if it meant sacrificing his own life."
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"Iliad", 2002.
An analysis of Homer's "Illiad" focusing on the character of Hector.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, $ 53.95
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This is a character study of Hector in Homer's "Iliad", describing the 4 turning points in the reader's opinion of his character. His moral and ethical appearance is tarnished by actions that he is led into by fate and the gods; it is only these arbitrary occurrences that bring about his downfall, and his overall upstanding behavior as a warrior is recognized at the end of the story, when he is given a hero's burial.
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Social Roles in "The Iliad", 2008.
An analysis of the social roles of Hector and the heroic code in "The Iliad" by Homer.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper analyzes the social roles of the hero in "The Iliad" by Homer. It shows the impact of the grim facts of war in relation to death and life and how this produces an increased social role in life. The paper defines the social role of Hector as a hero who is an ethical defender of his family through civic responsibility. It also shows how the social role of gift giving is also a part in the heroic code, as honor becomes the central catalyst for the heroic portrayals provided by Homer in "The Iliad."
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"With this loss, Achilles eventually fights Hector and kills him. He then disgracefully drags his body after his chariot because his rage has fully consumed. Achilles has lost any kind of sanity he had since his clash with Agamemnon, which has been the social fabric of the heroic code that is the result of a dishonorable gift giving exchange. The cycle of military honor has been made complete, enforcing the sense of social norms that created the plot dynamics and the sense of honor in battle. Now, Achilles appears to care little for living any longer, since his closest friend is now dead. The social forces of military honor have created the basis of a heroic code for Achilles, which along with hector, provide the duty that a warrior must abide by to gain the respect and loyalty of his family, friends, and fellow soldiers."
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The Tragedy of Hector, 2005.
An analysis of the elements of Homer's "Iliad" with an emphasis on Books VI and XXII, which make the death of Hector so tragic.
2,099 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 65.95
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The paper examines the many reasons which make Hector's death so tragic for the audience, including the influence of the omnipotent gods, Zeus's own grief at seeing a pious hero die, Hector's own personality and "family man" status, especially in conjunction with the "tragic widow"-in-waiting, Andromache and his prowess on the battlefield. The extent to which his death is the emotional climax of the poem is also discussed, as well as Hector's importance compared to Achilles.
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"Although the rage of Achilles is the theme of the Iliad, without the character of Hector the poem would be a much less interesting and pathetic experience. For Hector in life and climactic death brings home to the audience how destructive and tragic the rage of Achilles actually is. To this end, Homer has taken care with the portrayal and characterisation of Hector, and not overlooked him in favour of Greek heroes, as some critics have suggested. He is a good man, gentle and loving, and kind to his family. That in itself creates pathos at the point of his death. However, there is more than that to this character, and it is these complexities which add to this pathos. It is impressive that Homer has created a tragic hero of a modern, or even Shakespearean kind, in which a noble character trait, such as honour, causes the eventual downfall and is all the more tragic for it."
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The Iliad, 2002.
This paper compares and contrasts Hektor's and Paris' attitudes toward the war in the Iliad.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses that Hektor has a more militaristic attitude than Paris, who is overwhelmed with his love for Helen and therefore cannot partake in war. The author believes that the two brothers represent two different worlds in the Iliad: Hector is at the helm of the bloody militaristic world, while Paris is embedded in the feminine world of love and family.
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Honor and its Social Impact in "The Iliad" by Homer, 2008.
An analysis of the social roles of the heroic code of honor in "The Iliad" by Homer.
2,167 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper analyzes the heroic code of honor in Homer's "The Iliad" by examining the social roles of Hector and Achilles within the construct of familial and military culture. The paper defines the social role of Hector as a hero and as an ethical defender of his family through civic responsibility. The paper looks at the social role of gift giving as a part in the heroic code, because honor becomes the central catalyst for the heroic portrayals provided by Homer in "The Iliad". The paper then points out that Achilles also abides by strong ethic towards honor, which invariably creates a social impact on his actions after Patroklos is killed. In conclusion, the paper shows that the impact of these social norms drive Achilles and Hector toward the extreme violence of war, which ultimately ends in their deaths.
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"The encounter between Hector and Andromache during the battle reflects a Homeric process, which allows for a union between family that is compassionate and not driven necessarily by a cold and calculating necessity for war on the part of the soldier. In this manner, Homer is projecting a socially responsible man in Hector that respects social traditions military and within the family unit. Andromache is a wife that shows concern, and only wishes for her husband to stay with her and not die in battle with the Aecheans. In this manner, Hector is not only questing to find solace in his wife's love for him, but actually seeks to be consoled before entering into the main thicket of war outside the Trojan City."
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"The Iliad": Homer and Weil, 2003.
A comparative analysis of Homer's "Iliad" and Simone Weil's essay on the "Iliad".
3,220 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 111.95
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This paper looks at Homer's epic poem," Iliad" and Simone Weil's essay on "The Iliad, or a Poem of Might." It discusses how Weil's 20th Century commentary on the epic demonstrates a way of validating the relevance of Homer's text to contemporary sensibilities and experience.
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"This research provides a comparison and contrast of Homer's epic poem The Iliad and Simone Weil's essay The Iliad or a Poem of Might. The research will set forth the cultural context for the pattern of ideas in the work of origin and then discuss ways in..."
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"The Iliad", 2007.
An analysis of imagery, destiny and sexuality as portrayed in Book 22 of Homer's "The Iliad".
1,496 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 0 sources, $ 49.95
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This paper discusses Book 22 of Homer's "The Iliad". Specifically, the paper discusses the final duel in which the prince of Troy, Hector, is killed by the greatest warrior of the Greek army, Achilles. The paper describes the imagery, particularly the symbolism of prey and predator, destiny and sexuality that is expressed in "The Iliad" and the way that these concepts are portrayed in Book 22.
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"However, when Zeus weighs the destiny of both Achilles and Hector on the golden scale, it is shown that Hector's fate is to die, and Apollo leaves his side, (Book 22, Lines 180-200) When Hector realizes that Achilles will indeed prevail in their battle, he proclaims that his time to die has come as it was decided it would long ago by the gods. (Book 22, Lines 295-310) After Hector dies, Achilles responds to the Trojan's last words of how he will be cursed by welcoming his own destiny as the gods will make it. (Book 22, Lines 355-365) The gods are seen to play an integral role in the fulfillment of destiny. The gods interfere with the happenings of the mortals, for example Apollo taunting Achilles and aiding Hector in fleeing, or Athena tricking Hector into standing his ground in battle. Even the gods, however, are subject to the destiny that is determined by the golden scales, and even Apollo backed off and allowed Hector to die when it was shown this was his fate."
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"The Iliad" and "The Aeneid", 2002.
A plot comparison of the murders in Homer's "The Iliad" and Virgil's "The Aeneid".
825 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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A study of two killings of young warriors form the crux of the military drama in the battle between the Trojans and Latins. These killings in Homer's 'The Iliad' and Virgil's 'The Aeneid', despite their similarities, are viewed in entirely different ways from a literary perspective. The Aeneid is in many ways a re-tread of Homer?s Iliad, and Turnus? killing of Pallas is reminiscent of Homer?s Patroklos being cut down in his prime by Hector. In keeping with this comparison, before his death, Pallas begins the battle of Book Ten by helping Aeneas, leading on the battle, and enabling Aeneas to gain a great advantage in the war. This comparison between the two works of literature is also indirectly reinforced when the Latin soldier Liger refers to the great warriors of the Greeks with disdain when taunting the Trojans.
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"At the beginning of Book Ten of the Aeneid, Jupiter washes his hands of interfering in the affairs of men. ?What each man does will shape his trial and fortune.? (X.160) This could very well provide an epitaph for the entire chapter. In this chapter, two killings of young warriors form the crux of the military drama in the battle between the Trojans and Latins. But these killings despite their similarities are viewed in entirely different ways from a literary perspective. What does this statement mean? According to the point of view of the ancient Romans, all killing was hardly considered bad or brutal. Warfare and military prowess was a way of life. But not all murders were created equal. This can be seen in a comparison of Aeneas? killing of Lausus (X, 703-832; 943-1141) with Turnus' killing of Pallas (X, 501-702)."
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Women in "The Iliad", 2004.
By looking at the female characters in "The Iliad", this paper discusses the roles of women in the contemporary society as well.
933 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 33.95
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In "The Iliad", Homer presents women, both mortal and goddesses, as people of good intellect and considerable problem-solving ability. This paper explains that, while the Greek society of the day is shown, in "The Iliad", to be patriarchal, the women demonstrate that they know how to work within this system to accomplish what they want.
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"Athena shows her willingness to serve mortal men in the very opening of the poem, when she disguises herself and comes to Telemachus, Odysseus? and Penelope?s son, and advises him on how to go about finding his father. She remains a steadfast helpmate for Odysseus, Penelope and Telemachus throughout the story. However, the patriarchal nature of Greek society, both human and heavenly, seems to be revealed: Athena had to have the permission of Zeus, her father, before giving aid. This has to be tempered with the fact, however, that Odysseus has angered the god Poseidon by blinding his son, Cyclops. In a deified world where the gods have all the flaws of humans, politics must be considered. Athena herself may have received some protection by getting Zeus? permission first."
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