Annie C~ The heroes of Edith Hamilton's Mythology must fulfill a significant role to both the mortal race and the gods of Mt. Olympus as they serve as the middle ground between the two while interlaced with both societies.
Mythological heroes had predominant qualities of being muscular and brave. However, a few, including Theseus and Odysseus, were also very crafty. They devised clever plans to help them succeed in several quests. Despite these admirable attributes however, heroes were also flawed. Some committed terrible atrocities of murder, even when in the right mind,and others met their downfall in their excessive pride and defiance of the gods. The heroes serve to link the godly realm with the sinful humans like an anchor. They serve to remind the gods of their own shortcomings and faults.
Telemachus (who are you??). I loved your last post! The last line is exceptionally insightful. True, the heroic characters did serve that purposes. It is equally interesting to watch how the gods react to this "moment of reckoning." The blend of human characheteristics and godlike qualities sometimes results in the god's making very rash decisions, resulting in chaos and turmoil for the world, heavenly as well as mortal.
Annie. This is a good start. However, you may want to consider the following suggestions:
The heroes of Edith Hamilton's Mythology fulfill a **significant role to both the mortal race and to the gods of Mt. Olympus, serving as the middle ground between the two realms.
**be more specific here. In wahat way significant? Do you need an adjective to make it more definite?
1. Always identify the author and novel in your thesis. Titles of books are in italics.
2. Address the author by last name.
3. Watch your organization. While it is not the only way to organize a paper, thinking of the paper as three points in five sections helps. NOTE: this does not mean 5 paragraphs.
4. Order your paper by order of discussion as dictated by your thesis statement.
5. Plan to have two solid proofs in each body paragraphs.
6. Watch your tense and maintain literary present.
7. Avoid personal pronouns (I, you, our). maintain formal voice.
8. Maintain equal weight with each aspect discussed in your paper. (Do not have one or two lengthy discussions and then have one skimpy one).
9. Remember....12 font and double spaced.
10. Have someone read your paper. Sometimes the writer thinks that something makes perfect sense and the reader can be left confused.
Mrs. Edwards, As of right now, my essay's organization is as follows: Introduction Topic 1-Heros and Humans Topic 2-Heros and Gods Topic 3-Heros linking Gods and humans together Conclusion
Does this way of dividing up the topics make sense to you? And thank you for all the tips they are really helpful. :)
One more question: how many times within a paragraph would it be wise to site a specific myth/hero? looking back at my paragraphs now im not sure i've refrenced as many myths as a i should have.
Andrea. You are welcome regarding the helpful hints:) Your organization method sounds good. Considering the length of the paper, it may be better to go with two strong examples, rather than the "sprinkle effect" of several. That way your discussion has depth. Does that help, babe??
Telemachus. You are still a mystery. Is this Mr. LaCount, perchance? I have admired your contributions to the boards. Please identify yourself, oh mysterious stranger;)
Edith Hamilton's masterpiece Mythology is concentrated on mythological heroes and their synergy of deistic ideals with humanistic flaws.
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ReplyDeleteThe heroes of Edith Hamilton's Mythology must fulfill a significant role to both the mortal race and the gods of Mt. Olympus as they serve as the middle ground between the two while interlaced with both societies.
Mythological heroes had predominant qualities of being muscular and brave. However, a few, including Theseus and Odysseus, were also very crafty. They devised clever plans to help them succeed in several quests. Despite these admirable attributes however, heroes were also flawed. Some committed terrible atrocities of murder, even when in the right mind,and others met their downfall in their excessive pride and defiance of the gods. The heroes serve to link the godly realm with the sinful humans like an anchor. They serve to remind the gods of their own shortcomings and faults.
ReplyDeleteTelemachus (who are you??). I loved your last post! The last line is exceptionally insightful. True, the heroic characters did serve that purposes. It is equally interesting to watch how the gods react to this "moment of reckoning." The blend of human characheteristics and godlike qualities sometimes results in the god's making very rash decisions, resulting in chaos and turmoil for the world, heavenly as well as mortal.
ReplyDeleteAnnie. This is a good start. However, you may want to consider the following suggestions:
ReplyDeleteThe heroes of Edith Hamilton's Mythology fulfill a **significant role to both the mortal race and to the gods of Mt. Olympus, serving as the middle ground between the two realms.
**be more specific here. In wahat way significant? Do you need an adjective to make it more definite?
Helpful Hints:
ReplyDelete1. Always identify the author and novel in your thesis. Titles of books are in italics.
2. Address the author by last name.
3. Watch your organization. While it is not the only way to organize a paper, thinking of the paper as three points in five sections helps. NOTE: this does not mean 5 paragraphs.
4. Order your paper by order of discussion as dictated by your thesis statement.
5. Plan to have two solid proofs in each body paragraphs.
6. Watch your tense and maintain literary present.
7. Avoid personal pronouns (I, you, our). maintain formal voice.
8. Maintain equal weight with each aspect discussed in your paper. (Do not have one or two lengthy discussions and then have one skimpy one).
9. Remember....12 font and double spaced.
10. Have someone read your paper. Sometimes the writer thinks that something makes perfect sense and the reader can be left confused.
Mrs. Edwards,
ReplyDeleteAs of right now, my essay's organization is as follows:
Introduction
Topic 1-Heros and Humans
Topic 2-Heros and Gods
Topic 3-Heros linking Gods and humans together
Conclusion
Does this way of dividing up the topics make sense to you?
And thank you for all the tips they are really helpful. :)
One more question:
ReplyDeletehow many times within a paragraph would it be wise to site a specific myth/hero?
looking back at my paragraphs now im not sure i've refrenced as many myths as a i should have.
Andrea. You are welcome regarding the helpful hints:) Your organization method sounds good. Considering the length of the paper, it may be better to go with two strong examples, rather than the "sprinkle effect" of several. That way your discussion has depth. Does that help, babe??
ReplyDeleteTelemachus. You are still a mystery. Is this Mr. LaCount, perchance? I have admired your contributions to the boards. Please identify yourself, oh mysterious stranger;)
ReplyDelete