Odysseus and Oedipus There are many legendary epic stories have been passed on from generation to generation in the Greek culture. Even though each story has different outcomes‚ every epic character has certain features in common. Odysseus in The Odyssesy and Oedipus in Oedipus the King are great examples of epic heroes with a variety of similarities. Odysseus and Oedipus are similar in which they both god-like men who are considered heroes because of their cautious ways and relentless tenacity
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tragic death‚ while fighting for the throne. Creon doesn’t want Polynices to be buried because of how he died‚ fighting for the throne‚ and killing Eteocles‚ the rightful king. Creon doesn’t think it is just for Polynices to be buried. But Antigone says the gods desire it. Antigone and Creon put each other in tough situations‚ which creates a theme and advances the plot. Throughout the play Antigone acts as a foil for Creon and her selflessness contrasts with Creon’s determination to advance the plot
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in a contrast esaay u need to rite an intro and u also need to compare so u shd and MUST mention they both has so much pride and the actions taken in their lives mean that they are both destined to die. in oedipud each character tries their best to prevent Oedipus’ downfall - the oracle at delphi is mocked‚ jocasta and laius kill their son to prevent his son killing him one day and marrying his own mother. is this the same as death of a salesman? do they try their hardest to prevent the outcomes
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Like Uncle In Antigone‚ Sophocles portrays Creon is as a leader‚ but as most Greek tragedies evolve‚ nothing remains the same for long. As shown in the play‚ Oedipus the King‚ Oedipus comes to power when he solves the riddle of the sphinx. His reign ends with a catastrophic death. After Oedipus’ death‚ his two sons‚ Polyneices and Etoeocles‚ tragically kill each other in battle. As a result Creon ascends to the throne. In Sophocles’ Antigone‚ Creon represents the tragic hero due to the tragic
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Compare and Contrast Antigone and Ismene In the classical play “Antigone” by Sophocles‚ two of the main characters are sisters‚ Antigone and Ismene. The pair get into plenty of trouble‚ and are alike and different in througout the story. They are the daughters of the previous king‚ Oedipus. Their brothers have just killed each other in the battles between Thebes and Argos‚ Thebes emerging the victor. Polyneices fought for Argos whilst Eteocles fought for Thebes. The uncle of the family‚ whose
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though they are portrayed this way does not mean that there were not any others who disagreed differently. Creon a powerful tyrant as portrayed in “Antigone” is obsessed with maintaining the subordination of women. The play begins with the defeat of Polyneices army who has been chased away by Creon who has taken his role in ruling the city of Thebes. The brothers of Antigone son of Oedipus‚ Polyneice and Eteocles die during this war in maintaining the city of Thebes. Polyneice allied with the
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COMPARE AND CONTRAST Russell St.John Ashford University English Composition I 121 Dr. Pamela Klem November 25‚ 2011 Hybrid/Electric Cars vs. Gas Powered Cars There are many makes and models of vehicles on the market that claim to be both environmental friendly and cost effective. The American automotive industry along with their foreign counterparts has provided the consumers with affordable vehicles. It is estimated that alternative vehicles will make up less than 10 percent
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438 Chapter 23 Comparison and Contrast: Showing Similarities and Differences Chapter 23 Comparison and Contrast Showing Similarities and Differences Writing Writing Comparison and Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . 439 Finding Patterns in Photos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 445 Practicing Patterns of Comparison and Contrast . . . 445 Readings for Critical Thinking‚ Discussion‚ and Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 447 Suggested Topics and Prompts for
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Compare and Contrast Fresh Foods vs. Canned Foods Eating is something us as humans do everyday. We live in a world where it is important to eat. We choose what we are going to eat‚ and what we eat affects our bodies. The purpose of this essay is to compare and contrast the differences between eating fresh foods instead of canned foods. The main differences between both are flavor‚ health benefits‚ cost‚ accessibility. The differences between these two kinds of foods are their flavor. Fresh
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has different cost and room‚ which should be considered before coming. This research report surveys three hostels in Sydney‚ Australia‚ namely the Nomads Westend Backpackers (NWB)‚ Wake Up Hostel (WUH)‚ Tokyo Village Hostel (TVH). It also compares and contrasts them with respect to location and transport; rooms and facilities; cost. There are similarities and differences between the hostels in location and transport. Nomads Westend Backpackers‚ where is near the city center‚ is much convenient
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