Shame in "The Iliad" Analytical Essay by Master Researcher

This paper discusses the epic poem, "The Iliad" by Homer. The main character of the epic poem, Achilles, is analyzed in depicting how shame plays a large in how he reacts to romantic issues that arise during the war. It shows that by presenting Homer's text to support shame as a key theme in Achilles' behaviors, one can realize the power of the epic poem form to bring about tragedy and loss within this tale of war and treachery. It looks at how the concept of shame is a powerful plot theme that runs through "The Iliad", driving it with underlying force and emotion.