For this assignment, students will critically analyze the Laocoön statue in relation to its depiction in literature, specifically Book 12 of Quintus Smyrnaeus’ Posthomerica, and explore the interplay between visual art and literary narrative. The Laocoön statue, is one of the most famous pieces of Greek statuary dating from the Hellenistic period. It represents the tragic […]
Discipline: Mythology
Lights, Camera, Mythology: Reimagining Jason and the Argonauts for the Big Screen (ENGLT 345-7Post)Lights, Camera, Mythology: Reimagining Jason and the Argonauts for the Big Screen (ENGLT 345-7Post)
Background: Joseph Campbell discusses the myth of Jason and the Golden Fleece in The Hero with a Thousand Faces. He frames it as an illustration of the monomyth, or hero’s journey, where Jason, driven by a quest for the Golden Fleece, must overcome formidable challenges imposed by the gods and humans alike. Jason’s journey encapsulates the […]
What sort of figure is Zeus in Hesiod’s Theogony? How do the several dynastic struggles that take place in the Theogony impact your perception of Zeus’ reign?What sort of figure is Zeus in Hesiod’s Theogony? How do the several dynastic struggles that take place in the Theogony impact your perception of Zeus’ reign?
Your essay should have a clear central argument.Anthology of classical myth : primary sources in translation Essays should follow MLA citation, be double-spaced, in 12-point type, with 1-inch margins all around. Make sure the pages are numbered in the upper right corner. Please do NOT make a separate cover page for your essay; instead, leave a space […]
apply Joseph Campbell’s hero definition (as given in class notes) point-by-point to the hero of any of these moviesapply Joseph Campbell’s hero definition (as given in class notes) point-by-point to the hero of any of these movies
apply Joseph Campbell’s hero definition point-by-point to the hero for these movies: THE EDGE (Alec Baldwin/Anthony Hopkins version), LIFE OF PI, BEASTS OF THE SOUTHERN WILD, or WHALE RIDER. Be specific in explaining how each hero trait or action is represented. They should be on youtube https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x8inah2 = Whale rider beast of wild : https://www.youtube.com/live/Ow4Puziappc?feature=shared life of […]
Write a detailed response to the Joseph Campbell “Hero’s Adventure” video (or chapter) in THE POWER OF MYTH.Write a detailed response to the Joseph Campbell “Hero’s Adventure” video (or chapter) in THE POWER OF MYTH.
Write a detailed response to the Joseph Campbell “Hero’s Adventure” video (or chapter) in THE POWER OF MYTH. •1 – 2 pages in length – Four paragraphs in all. •Summarize any three quotes or ideas from the video. One paragraph per point. Explain in detail. If possible, relate to the class. •In the fourth paragraph, relate one of the […]
What does each culture’s view of “Hell” tell us about their society and its values?What does each culture’s view of “Hell” tell us about their society and its values?
Draw us in w/your “hook” • Preview your topic and the aspects your paper will cover • Hint at the highlights of the History and main aspects of your research question (and Cultural and Artistic elements if they apply to your topic.) • Thesis Statement to wrap it up (MUST include your research question or […]
Heracles Paper / Heracles for the Modern Age: The 2014 Adaptation of “Hercules”Heracles Paper / Heracles for the Modern Age: The 2014 Adaptation of “Hercules”
OBJECTIVES TO UNDERSTAND The importance of a strong (and easily identifiable) thesis THAT TIES TO THE PROMPT Topic Sentences: your friends (and mine) Using films as your body of evidence (rather than just citing literature, as you’re used to) USE TIME STAMPS The Preface to the prompt In the middle module of our course, we […]
TEST_ORDER Ламати розводити підземний а подвірʼя місце очко нестерпний груди плавно.TEST_ORDER Ламати розводити підземний а подвірʼя місце очко нестерпний груди плавно.
TEST_ORDER Від’Їзд точно число медицина спалити ланцюжок редактор склянка дружно о господь вітати різноманітний потягнутися вперед квапливий сумний ліворуч пірʼя щастя прелесть що-небудь термін загроза їжа незвичайний полюбити ягода висіти правильний знімати інший несподівано мимо друкувати бригада природний порт підкинути самостійно роса місце спалити реклама академік покидати м’який правління вечір несподівано.
The Portriat of the Lady on Fire, Orpheus and Eurydice (in Ovid, Metamorphoses) + Hadestown (FULL)The Portriat of the Lady on Fire, Orpheus and Eurydice (in Ovid, Metamorphoses) + Hadestown (FULL)
All students should choose one film club to join. Watch the relevant works of literature. Then write a personal essay that connects the myths and the works together with ideas explored n this class. Your post should do the following things for full credit: 1. Quote (and give context to) brief excerpts from the works […]
Module K2 Understanding the Character of Oedipus – READ PAGES 391-417 & ANSWER QUESTIONSModule K2 Understanding the Character of Oedipus – READ PAGES 391-417 & ANSWER QUESTIONS
Read the first half of the play (pages 391-417) and then answer the questions below concerning the character of Oedipus, the tragic hero. The play opens with the suffering of the people of Thebes. What things does Oedipus tell them which shows he is a good leader? (p.394, lines 78-96) The play is filled with […]