| Franz
Kafka / Judaism In His Works : A 5 page paper looking at this important German
writer of the twentieth century in terms of the Jewish context of his works. The paper
argues that his frequent allusions to deformity, illness, and guilt mirror his own
self-perception, resulting from the anti-Semitic stereotypes of the late nineteenth and
early twentieth centuries. Kafka’s work entitled "Metamorphosis" is
emphasized. Bibliography lists five sources. KBkafka.wps
Franz Kafka’s "Country Doctor" /
As A Definitive Myth : A 5 page discussion of the short story "A Country
Doctor" by the German writer Franz Kafka. The paper shows how this extremely
complex story unfolds like a nightmare and actually functions as a kind of modern myth.
Bibliography lists seven sources. Kafka3.wps
Franz Kafka's "The Hunger Artist"
: A 4 page paper discussing the short story, The Hunger Artist. The writer analyzes
Kafka's tongue in cheek style and humorous look at the life of a starving artist. No
additional sources cited. Kafka.wps
Franz Kafka’s "The Hunger Artist"
/ Marxist Rhetoric : A 5 page paper examining rhetoric in Franz Kafka's The Hunger
Artist. The writer discusses various points of Kafka's story from a Marxist/materialist
point of view. No additional sources cited. Kafka2.wps
Franz Kafka’s "The Metamorphosis"
: A 10 page paper discussing the book by Franz Kafka entitled "The
Metamorphosis." Gregor, the man who has found himself transformed into an insect one
morning, is a man who has little self confidence and believes himself useless to society
in general. Kafka has used the hideousness of his present condition to even further
illustrate how low a man this Gregor is. Kafka also uses Gregor’s present external
condition to demonstrate how Gregor feels about his family members, his work, and himself.
What was evident before becomes strikingly so based on the fact that Gregor is now a
grotesque insect. No additional sources cited. Kafka.wps
Franz Kafka’s "Metamorphosis" /
Character Analysis : 2 page discussion of loneliness in the character Gregor from
Kafka's "Metamorphosis." No Bibliography. Gregor.wps
Franz Kafka’s "Metamorphosis" /
Injustice : This 5 page research paper argues that Gregor Samsa’s
transformation from man to insect in Franz Kafka’s short story,
"Metamorphosis," was completely unjust, in terms of his family’s reaction
to his condition, and their ultimate betrayal and rejection of him. Bibliography lists 1
source. Franzk.wps
Franz Kafka / "Metamorphosis" :
A 5 page essay in which the writer posits that Kafka’s story is allegorical for the
creationist evolution of the planet Earth, and also for the evolution of religious beliefs
from antiquity to Christianity. Bibliography lists 1 source. Metakaf.wps
Kafka’s Stories Compared : This 9
page paper describes and compares the Franz Kafka stories, "The Judgement"
(1913) and "The Metamorphosis" (1915). Metajudg.wps
Kafka as Modernist : A 5 page paper
looking at two of Franz Kafka’s posthumously-published novels, The Trial and The
Castle, showing how they reflect the concerns of European modernism. The paper also
notes that while their tone was a little too bleak and existentialist for most Americans
of the Modernist period, Americans today are rediscovering Kafka because he perfectly
reflects the sense of meaninglessness so pervasive today. No additional sources cited. Kafmod.wps
Modernism and the Novel : This 5 page
report discusses the transformation of modernism in terms of Kafka’s "The
Trial" and F. Scott Fitzgerald’s "The Great Gatsby." The inherent
differences of writers in the same modernist period but in Europe compared to America is
also discussed. Bibliography lists only the two works themselves as sources. Modno.wps
Herman Hesse's "Damien" : A
4 page review of theme, character, and structure in Herman Hesse's "Damien."
Meanings, metaphors, and characteristics of the novel are examined. No Bibliography. Damien.wps
Herman Hesse's Narcissus and Goldmund: A
7 page research paper on Hermann Hesse's novel of the same name. The writer details the
themes of the novel, and relates them to the story and the text. Bibliography lists 1
source. Narcissu.wps
Thomas Mann / His Life
& Work : This 7 page paper discusses how German
author Thomas Mann's life (1875-1955) affected his works. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Mannt.wps
Thomas Mann’s "The Magic Mountain"
: A 6 page paper that discusses the major themes in Thomas Mann's classic, The
Magic Mountain. The focus of this paper is on the importance of disease, and the
comparison Mann makes between the disease, the sanitarium and the outside society (the
ills of society). FREE outline page included. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Mann.wps
Thomas Mann’s "The Magic
Mountain" # 2 / Setting & Environment : A 5 page essay on the use of the
mountain and sanitarium setting as a device to portray the environment in which Hans
Castorp develops an understanding of the horrors of the war. The paper proves Hans’
progress in terms of the setting—from his introduction to reality at the sanitarium
to a rejection of that reality to the real answer on the slopes of the magic mountain.
Bibliography lists 1 source. Magmount.wps
Thomas Mann’s "Death In Venice" /
Mass Culture : A 9 page paper on Thomas Mann’s Death in Venice,
looking specifically at the way it is written to be understood on both an extremely
literary level as well as by a more mass-market audience. The paper points out that by
writing the story realistically but packing it with classical archetypes, Mann is able to
gain both intelligibility and depth. Bibliography lists six sources. Mannd.wps
Thomas Mann's "Death In Venice" /
Morality & Society : A 3 analysis that examines that Gustav von Aschenbach,
the protagonist in Thomas Mann's Death in Venice, illustrates the ideas concerning
morality discussed by Freud in his work Civilization and Its Discontents.
Bibliography lists 2 sources. Deathin2.wps
J.W. von Goethe / Works and Contributions To
German Theater : A research paper of 6 pages, highlighting some of Goethe’s
contributions to the German theatre. His scientific investigations are given some
discussion, and his literary talents that included drama, poetry, novel fiction and
autobiography are mentioned. The paper, though, focuses on his drama and the setting of
his eighteenth-century times. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Goethe.wps
Goethe’s "Faust" / The
Devil’s Funnybone -- A Comic Episode : A 5 page paper examining one episode
of comic relief in Goethe’s Faust. It concerns the Devil’s advice to a
first-year student trying to decide on a field of study, and contains considerable irony
and satire. The paper concludes that the Devil’s cynicism actually serves to throw
Faust’s sincerity into higher relief. Bibliography lists three sources. Devilfun.wps
Magic In Shakespeare & Goethe : A 5
page paper that details the passage of magic, dreams, and incantations in a Midsummer
Nights Dream and Goethe’s Faust. The writer also examines how both works
display these qualities and goes into significant plot analysis as well. Midg.wps
Before The Deluge: A Portrait Of Berlin In The
1920s : This 10 page paper evaluates the presentation of Berlin in the period
between World War I and World War II related in Otto Friedrich’s work, which
demonstrates that the pre-World War II Berlin represented many positive social, cultural
and political components that were no longer present at the end of the war. Bibliography
lists 1 source. Delugefr.wps
"Spring’s Awakening" :
A 5 page review of Frank Wedekind’s play on teen sexuality, teen pregnancy and teen
suicide. The writer posits that, as Wedekind so aptly points out, reliance on religious
and other overtures in a society that is bourgeois in nature can only lead to destruction.
Wedekind.wps
Paris / Expatriates In : A 10 page
research paper and essay exploring the issue of why, how and who were self-exiled in
Paris. The writer focuses on a philosophical introduction to the mindset of the Parisian
public and explores the works, politics and lifestyles of Gertrude Stein, Anais Nin, and
Henry Miller. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Parisex.wps
Hitler and Corradini: Nationalistic Fervor
: A 5 page comparison of how Adolf Hitler ("Mein Kampf") and Enrico
Corradini ("Italian Fascisms") addressed the social domestic policies of
nationalism. The writer also addresses why the two writers addressed the issue as they
did. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Cnsocnat.wps
Boccaccio's
Depiction of The Plague vs. Today's Treatment of AIDS Victims : A 4 page
comparison between the social problem described in the opening of Boccaccio's
"Decameron" and the present-day AIDS dilemma. The writer describes how
individuals affected with the Black Plague were treated very much like contemporary AIDS
victims in terms of their alienation from society. AIDS is also regarded as being a
somewhat different epidemic as it mostly affects only certain high-risk groups whereas the
Plague could strike anyone, anywhere, at any time -- and no one knew why. No Bibliography.
Plagauds.wps
Boccaccio’s "Decameron":
A 3 page essay that examines how the ribald tales of Giovanni Boccaccio in his
fourteenth century book, The Decameron, reflected the changing social structure
brought about by the Black Death and also foreshadowed the intellectual freedom which
would develop as part of the Renaissance. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Decameron.wps
Castiglione's "The Courtier" and
Neoplatonic Beauty During the Renaissance : A 6 page paper on this landmark work
in Renaissance literature and the art that shared its aesthetic goals. The writer details
Castiglione's view of Neoplatonic beauty, and then relates it specifically to the works of
two Renaissance artists, Michelangelo and Leonardo da vinci. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Castig.wps
Dante's "Inferno" : A 2
page discussion of Canto V in Dante's "Inferno." Please call for more
information. No bibliography. Danteinf.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / The
Characterization Of Dante In His Own Divine Comedy : A 6 page paper dealing with
the question of why Dante chose to use himself as the protagonist, and shows how the four
levels of meaning in the story all come together in the characterization of Dante.
Bibliography lists five sources. Divinec.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / The
Divine Comedy -- Characterization Of Beatrice : A 6 page paper discussing the most
famous epic poem of the Middle Ages, The Divine Comedy by Dante. The paper answers
the question of why Dante chose to use his departed beloved as the central female figure
of the poem, and shows how the four levels of meaning in the story all come together in
the characterization of Beatrice. Bibliography lists five sources. Divine.wps
Dante’s "Divine Comedy" vs.
Chaucer’s "Canterbury Tales"/ Evil : An 8 page paper analyzing the
way evil is portrayed in The Canterbury Tales and The Divine Comedy. The
paper concludes that whereas Dante sees evil as being a catastrophic impediment toward
man’s attainment of the divine -- and thus something to be taken very, very seriously
-- Chaucer sees its human manifestations in what we would actually consider a more
"modern" sense: as irony. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Evildc.wps
Dante & The Bible -- Temptation &
God’s Directive : A 5 page paper that provides a creative look at the issues
of temptation and action against the directive of God as these themes are represented in a
number of famous works, including the Bible and Dante’s Divine Comedy. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Tempgod.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / Theme Of
Betrayal : A 5 page paper looking at Cantos 31, 32, and 34. The paper analyzes The
Inferno in terms of imagery, characterization, and theme, with a particular look at
Dante’s horror of betrayal. Bibliography lists one source. Dante4.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / Canto III
Analyzed : This 15 page research paper examines the pivotal Canto III of the
"Inferno" by Italian poet Dante Alighieri. Specific passages are analyzed, with
the position that this medieval allegory laid the foundation for Christian conservative
groups such as the New England Puritans, and questions whether or not theirs was a
forgiving God. Bibliography lists 9 sources. Cantoin.wps
Dante’s "Inferno"/ Canto XII
Analyzed : This 6 research paper analyzes the punishment of the tyrants and
murderers in the seventh circle, where the punishment of violent sinners takes place.
Specifically discussed is why the crime of murder is considered less of a sin according to
Dante’s ascending circles to Hell than it is perceived today. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Cantoxii.wps
Dante's "Inferno" --Applied Essay /
Hell in the Twentieth Century : A 5 page speculative paper updating Dante’s
Divine Comedy to the twentieth century, and choosing three 20th well-known century figures
to represent each of three of Dante’s levels of Hell -- Incontinence, Violence, and
Fraud. The paper also assigns an appropriate punishment to each, based on the sin
committed. No sources except book. Dante.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / Cantos I - XI
: 8 pages in length. Broken down into sections, the writer reviews & analyzes each
of The Inferno’s first 11 cantos. Dant11.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / Cantos XIII -
XXIV : 8 pages in length. Broken down into sections, the writer reviews &
analyzes Inferno, Cantos 11-24. Dant24.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / Applications
to Life : This 8 page paper discusses how Dante's The Inferno depicts real
life specific to the recovering alcoholic. It compares the process of admitting to
alcoholism, deciding to journey outside the boundaries of the familiar, confronting the
beasts of a previous lifestyle, choosing a guide, giving their life and will over to a
power greater then themselves and making the journey of honest and fearless
self-examination with the story of Dante's journey through the Inferno with the help and
guidance of Virgil.Bibliography lists 2 sources. Infelife.wps
Dante’s "Inferno" / Role of Women
: A 2 page paper looking at the fact that women’s sins as depicted by Dante tend
to be overwhelmingly of a sexual nature as compared to men’s. The paper concludes
that this may be because women in Dante’s time were considered to have a limited
sphere of influence, and their role was seen as primarily procreative. Bibliography lists
1 source. Womndant.wps
Dante's Inferno and Plato's "Symposium"
: A 4 page paper about these two masterpieces. The writer explores the issue of love,
and what that means to each of these 2 writers. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Infplato.wps
Comparison of Dante from "Inferno" and
King Lear from Shakespeare's "King Lear" : In 5 pages the author
discusses the similarities and differences between Dante and King Lear. "'King Lear'
is a tragedy that was written by William Shakespeare. 'Inferno' is part one of a
three-part story, which was written by Dante Alighieri. Although both stories are
tragedies and contain great suffering, Dante is without a doubt the stronger of the two
characters. The men share a commonality of fate stepping in and deciding their actions for
them. Dante's fate, however was a much better one than Lear's was. Dante thought himself
unworthy and Lear thought himself great. They were both wrong. Both men had eye-opening
experiences. In Lear's case, it was too late." Dantlear.wps
Dante’s "Marie de France" &
The Character’s Belief That God Is On Her Side :
A 3 page essay discussing Marie de France and her lover’s passion and her
assertion that God must be on their side. The writer illustrates how this attitude
expresses the conflict between love and "Christian values" in the story. No
additional sources cited. Mariede.wps
Machiavelli / The Role Of Evil In Politics
: A 5 page research paper which analyses the political philosophy of 15th-century
writer Niccolo Machiavelli. The writer takes the stance that Machiavelli’s techniques
which justify the use of evil in politics are wrong. Although the use of evil make help a
leader obtain and retain power for awhile, the writer argues that ultimately this method
will fail. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Evilpoli.wps
Machiavelli’s "The Prince" :
This 5 page paper discusses The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli. Examples of
Machiavellian monarchies are noted as the writer interprets the political meaning of
Machiavelli’s writing. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Prince.wps
Machiavelli's "The Prince"/ Gaining
Esteem : 7 pages in length. An analytical examination of this classic work in
political theory. The writer pays particular attention to Chapter XXI in which Machiavelli
discusses how The Prince will gain great esteem if he engages successfully in important
enterprises. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Machiav2.wps
Machiavelli's "The Prince" / Virtue
: A 5 page essay exploring the virtues and vices of Machiavelli's story. The writer
argues that the critics of his work that proclaim his evil are not looking at the big
picture, but only its outcome. Arguments: Machiavelli's purpose in writing the document
and where he places emphasis in the document and how this is ignored by critics.
Bibliography lists 4 sources. (The Prince primarily). Princem.wps
Machiavelli's "The Prince" / Concept
Of Leadership : A 9 page paper that provides an overview of the basic leadership
concepts supported in Machiavelli's The Prince, and then suggest comparisons with
leaders of recent times. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Machi.wps
Machiavelli's "The Prince" / Perfect
Ruler : A 5 page paper that considers the elements of rulership presented in
Machiavelli's The Prince and demonstrates the contradictions between what a ruler
should present and what a ruler should embrace. No additional sources cited. Machperf.wps
Machiavelli’s "The Prince" / Use
Of History : A 6 page paper discussing the use of history in Machiavelli's The
Prince. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Machhist.wps
Political Leadership According to Plato and
Machiavelli : A 5 page paper discussing bot the similarities and differences
between Plato and Machiavelli’s views of political leadership. Bibliography lists "The
Prince" by Machiavelli and "The Republic" by Plato as sources. Plrpine.wps
Principles From Machiavelli’s "The
Prince" / Applied To The French Revolution : A 6 page essay that uses looks
to Machiavelli’s book for the a further understanding of the events of the
Revolution. Prinfren.wps
Machiavelli's "The Prince" vs.
Shakespeare's "Othello" : 7 pages in length. A comparative analysis
between Machievelli's "The Prince" and Shakespeare's "Othello" in
which the writer examines each work in light of their respective eras and sociocultural
issues. It is concluded that in "Othello," the author
seems to cry out for a different kind of sovereignty than in "The
Prince." Bibliography lists 3 sources. Prinothe.wps
"Hamlet" vs. "The Prince"
/ The Dane & The Italian : A 5 page paper comparing Machiavelli’s
"Prince" and Shakespeare’s "Prince Hamlet." The writer feels that
both works represented important changing points in world culture. No additional sources
cited. 2princes.doc
Machiavelli’s Influence in
Shakespeare’s Henry VI : A 20 page paper looking at the way sixteenth-century
Florentine politician Niccolo Machiavelli influenced Shakespeare’s characterization
of the inept ruler in his three Henry VI plays (parts I, II, and III.) The paper
shows areas in which Shakespeare’s idea of "statesmanship" resembled
Machiavelli’s, as well as where it differed. Bibliography lists six sources. Henrymach.wps
Nobility in Medieval Literature : A 5
page paper describing the role of nobility in the Middle Ages. The writer uses Dante's
Inferno as a primary source, and describes how Dante presented the noble class.
Bibliography cites four sources. Inferno.wps
The Psychology Of Luigi Pirandello : A
14 page comparison of two of Pirandello’s plays, Finding One’s Self and When One
is Somebody, writen from the perspective of the psychology the author used in the plays.
Author of far more short stories than plays and also a novelist, Pirandello also won the
Nobel Prize in 1934. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Luigi.wps
Petrarch / The Frontiers of Two Peoples :
A 9 page paper positioning Petrarch as a transition figure between medieval and
Renaissance, but ultimately one whose conclusions about existence are firmly grounded in
medieval thought. The paper focuses on Petrarch’s literary criticism and letters,
particularly the "Letter to Posterity" and "The Ascent of Mt.
Ventoux", and is both historical and literary in orientation. Bibliography lists five
sources. Petrarch.wps
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Athenian Polis : A short essay examining how the writers and philosophers of
Classic Greece criticized Athenian politics/the Athenian polis in their works. Mentioned
are Aeschylus, Aristophanes, Euripedes, and Socrates. No Bibliography. Athenpol.wps
Athenian Democratic Imperialism :
8 pages in length. When comparing Athenian democracy to imperialism, it is essential to
evaluate how the two elements played out in their political history. Thucydides’
account of Athenian democracy provides the reader with a significant understanding of why
their democratic decision making may have been inherently flawed; if the quality of
Athenian leadership was to blame; whether or not the Athenians were short-sighted or mere
unlucky; as well as posits the possibility that a contemporary democracy might form
similar policies. The writer addresses these issues as they relate to Athenian democratic
Imperialism. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Athendem.wps
Thucydides Speakes to the Athenian Assembly
: This 5 page report is written as speech given by Thucydides tot he assembly of
Athens and addressing the action to be taken against the revolting Mitylenians, policy
relating to Melos, and the possibility of mounting a conquest of Sicily. No additional
sources cited. Thucy.wps
Greco-Roman Values : It has been
known for quite some time that literature not only reflects the values of a society, but
that it can influence them as well. This 6 page paper looks at a few of the classic
literature, such as The Iliad and The Odyssey by Homer, Thucydides' interpretation of
Pericles's funeral oration and the plague narrative and The Rape of Lucretia, in terms of
the values they may have contributed or reflected of the ancient Greek and Roman
societies. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Grecorom.wps
Greek Tragedy According to Aristotle Analyzed
: This 5 page research paper examines Aristotle's definition of tragedy in his essay, Poetics.
Specifically discussed are how Aristotle's interpretation of tragedy is expressed in two
classic Greek plays, Antigone by Sophocles, and Agamemnon by Aeschylus.
Bibliography lists 3 sources. Grtrag.wps
The Control of the Individual by the State :
A 6 page essay that looks at four historic works as to how these texts relate to the
issue of the state's control of the individual. The texts examined are Antigone,
an autobiography of Fredrick Douglass, On Liberty by John Stuart Mill, and The
Communist Manifesto. The writer draws parallel between these classic works. Includes
quotations from these four sources. Statecon.wps
Cicero’s Commonwealth : A 6 page
paper comparing Plato & Aristotle’s views on political order and justice with
those of Cicero. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Ciceroc.doc
Letters To Atticus : A short three page
overview of differences and similarities that exist between Cicero's letter to Atticus and
Pliny the Younger's letters to Trajan. No sources listed. Atticus.wps
Thucydides and the Peloponnesian War :
A 5 page summarization of major themes in Thucydides accounts of the Peloponnesian War.
This paper presents the historical perspective prior to the onset of the war. It also
contains consideration of the major thematic considerations of the era, including focus on
democracy, morality, ambition, leadership and wealthy. The primary source is cited. Pelop.wps
The Culture of Greece & Thucydides’
"The Peloponnesian War" : A 4 page paper that considers the
representation of culture presented by Thucydides in his work The Peloponnesian War. This
paper demonstrates the differences between Sparta and Athens that led to the war, as well
as the perceptions of culture in other city states. Bibliography lists no additional
sources. Grpel.wps
Greco-Roman Values : It has been
known for quite some time that literature not only reflects the values of a society, but
that it can influence them as well. This 6 page paper looks at a few of the classic
literature, such as The Iliad and The Odyssey by Homer, Thucydides' interpretation of
Pericles's funeral oration and the plague narrative and The Rape of Lucretia, in terms of
the values they may have contributed or reflected of the ancient Greek and Roman
societies. Bibliography lists 14 sources. Grecorom.wps
Thucydides Speakes to the Athenian Assembly
: This 5 page report is written as speech given by Thucydides tot he assembly of
Athens and addressing the action to be taken against the revolting Mitylenians, policy
relating to Melos, and the possibility of mounting a conquest of Sicily. No additional
sources cited. Thucy.wps
Heracles and the "Twelve Labors"
– The Better Story : A 5 page paper discussing Heracles [later renamed
"Hercules " by the Romans]. The themes of the stories and adventures of Heracles
have all the makings of a great action/adventure television show. Bibliography lists four
sources. Heracles.wps
Hercules & Diana / Heroism Personified :
This 5 page paper discusses the myth of Hercules (Heracles) and compares it with the
myth of Diana (Artemis). Each character was undeniably heroic and each based their
standards of behavior on ideals much larger than their own individuality. No additional
sources cited. Hercdian.wps
Euripides’ "The Bacchae":
A 5 page research paper which examines the behavior of the chorus in the play and the
reasons behind their continued reverence for a deity who pledges brutal revenge against
their ruler. Bibliography lists one source. Bacchae.wps
Euripides' "Medea" : A
5 page paper that discusses the way in which power corrupted Medea in this tragedy. This
paper contends that it was not only the behavior of Jason that led Medea towards the
pursuit of power, but also the determinations made by society that led her to murder her
children, among others. No additional sources cited. Medea.wps
Euripides’ "Medea" / Character Of
Jason : A 5 page summary of the character of Jason in Euripides’ novel,
"Medea." In this ancient story we see a woman scorned by her husband and seeking
revenge. Jason has essentially abandoned her and sought a new wife who will bring him
social standing and wealth. He is a weak power seeking individual who is not altogether a
very intelligent man. He gives Medea simple-minded excuses for his behavior. In addition
to being power hungry and lacking intelligence he is shown to be a man of little wisdom.
No additional sources cited. Jasonmed.wps
Lysistrata vs. Medea / A Comparison :
A 5 page comparison between the two classic Greek plays : Lysistrata (by Aristophanes) and
Medea (by Euripides). Although a number of inherent similarities are pointed out, the
writer defines Lysistrata as a comedy and Medea as a tragedy. One of the key differences
between the two central characters was that Lysistrata -- from the very beginning --
sought to end violence. Medea, in contrast, ultimately used violence in an attempt to
prove her point. No Bibliography. Lysismed.wps
Lysistrata vs. Medea / Presentation Of
Women : This 4 page research paper compares and contrasts the presentation of
women’s’ natures and their role in Greek society in Medea (431 B.C.) by
Euripides and Lysistrata (411 B.C.) by Aristophanes. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Medlys.rtf
Aristophanes / Serious Humor : A
9 page paper showing how there was a serious purpose behind Aristophanes’ comic
works. The paper looks at two works in particular -- "The Clouds" and "The
Birds" -- and, using some analysis by Aristotle and Freud on how comedy works,
examines how Aristophanes used the force of comedy to show his countrymen the foibles of
their own character and the world they lived in. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Aristo.wps
Ovid's Metamorphoses / Evidence of Tragedy :
A 5 page paper discussing two stories in Ovid's Metamorphoses, "Apollo and
Daphne" and "Pyramus and Thisbe." In an attempt to prove that these stories
are tragedies, a definition of tragedy is provided and a number of examples from the book
are excerpted. The primary source is cited. Ovid.wps
Petronius’ "The Widow of Ephesus"
: A 6 page paper on Petronius' short fable, "The Widow Of Ephesus." The
writer describes how Petronius satirizes, grief, crucifixion and fidelity and discusses
the importance of Roman funeral practices. Bibliography lists 6 sources. Bibligoraphy
lists 6 sources. Petron.wps
Petronius’ "Satyrica" : The
ancient Roman work is analyzed in historical perspective. This 6 page analysis examines
Nero’s reign, the Emperor who ruled during the time period in which the piece was
written. The paper goes back further to Caesar’s era in order to provide a further
understanding of early Roman history. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Satyrica.wps
St. Augustine’s "The City of God"
: 5 pages in length. St. Augustine describes how each city begins and what those who
belong to each city will find on the last judgment day. The text is primarily the history
of mankind, with generous quotations taken from the Bible. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Citygod.wps
"The Golden Ass" & St.
Augustine’s "Confessions" / Studies in Transformation :
A 6 page paper comparing the conversion experiences of Lucius, the main character
of Apuleius’ Golden Ass, with St. Augustine. The writer examines Book 8 of the
Confessions alongside Book 11 of the Golden Ass, and finds points of
correspondence between each. No additional sources cited. Goldenas.wps
St. Augustine’s Confessions :
A 5 page paper discussing "Confessions" by St. Augustine. He was a great figure
in the past who illustrated, through "Confessions," that his life had not always
followed one path, other than the path to seek truth. His ideas concerning the material,
physical, natural world, as well as his beliefs surrounding Neoplatonic and Christianity
are discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Augconf.wps
St. Augustine, Descartes, and Galileo /
Comparing Views on Religion & Science : This 5 page report discusses how three
of the pre-eminent thinkers of the past 1,500 years viewed the relationship between
religion and science. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Augdegal.wps
Apuleius’ "The Golden Ass" :
A 5 page paper discussing "The Golden Ass" by Lucius Apuleius which is the only
work of fiction in Latin to have survived from antiquity. No additional sources are cited.
Apuleius.doc
Suetonius' "The Twelve Caesars" --
Discussion Of Augustus And Tiberius : A 6 page paper that describes the reigns of
the first two real emperors of Rome. The paper gives a short explanation of Suetonius and
the framework from which he wrote, then discusses and contrasts the administrations and
policies of Augustus and Tiberius, dealing particularly with the difficulties of the
transfer of power between them. No Bibliography. Caesar.wps
Suetonius’ ‘‘The Twelve
Caesars’’ / Reflection Roman Culture & Society : A 5 page essay
that looks at what can be learned about Roman culture from this ancient document. 12c.wps
Terence : The life and works of
this important early Roman dramatist are discussed in a 7 page paper. Compared are the
author's life challenges to those of the characters in his plays, citing examples from
works such as The Girl From Andros, The Eunuch, and The Brothers.
Historical facts about Ancient Rome are noted in relationship to the thesis. Bibliography
lists 5 sources. Terence.wps
Aeschylus’ "Oresteia" /
Metaphors : A 5 page paper that provides an overview of metaphor, specifically
bird metaphors, that are utilized to represent the tragedy of the young in the first play
of the Oresteia. Bibliography lists no additional sources. Oresteia.doc
Aeschylus’ "Oresteia" /
Agamemnon : A 5 page paper that discusses Cassandra's rendering of the play within
the play, which describes the plot and the the story through the imagery of her words. No
additional sources cited. Agam.wps
Aeschylus’ "Oresteia" /
Agamemnon vs. O’Connor’s Wise Blood : 4 page-long essay comparatively
analyzing the differences between finale for the Chorus in Greek tragedy's
"Agamemnon" and Hazel Motes in Flannery O'Connor's "Wise Blood." No
bibliography. Agamemot.wps
Aeschylus’ "Oresteia" /
Agamemnon vs. O’Connor’s Wise Blood # 2 : A 2 page version of Agememot.wps
[above] that concentrates on the theme of death within the two stories. Agemotes.wps
Aeschylus’ "The Eumenides" :
A 5 page paper discussing how during the Peloponnesion War, Athens failed to fulfill the
hopes expressed for it in Aeschylus’ "The Eumenides." Bibliography
lists 3 sources. Aeschyls.wps
Sophocles & Euripides / Two Different
Visions : A 4 page essay on the different styles of these two Greek classical
playwrights. The paper supports Sophocles’ own claim that "[Euripides] paints
men as they are; I paint men as they ought to be." Bibliography lists two sources. Eurip.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/
Character’s Foolishness : A 6 page argumentative essay entitled
"Antigone's Childish Defiance : A Pointless Death." Writer argues that Antigone
acts irrationally in defying Creon and could have developed some better and more
productive way of coping with her brother's denied burial. The writer feels that Antigone
acted of her own freewill and that there is no underlying theme of fate present in the
story with regard to her ultimate demise. Bibliography lists 3 supporting sources. Antigone.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone" /
Catharsis & Audience Identification : A 5 page paper on the process of
"tragic catharsis" in Sophocles’ classic play. Beginning with a definition
of tragedy which includes the concept of catharsis, the paper shows how audiences watching
Antigone empathize by putting their own self-doubts up there on the stage, and
symbolically work them out right alongside Antigone. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Cathaud.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/ Creon As A
Tragic Figure : A 5 page paper discussing the characterization of Creon in
Sophocles’ play, and how he fits the traditional definition of a tragic figure. The
paper traces Creon’s development through the play, arguing that although his
self-righteousness and inflexibility did not change until the end, his motivations
degenerated from patriotic ones to personal ones, creating much of the tragic element.
Bibliography lists three sources. Creon.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/ Analysis
of Familial Conflict : The father and son conflict contained in this play, between
the characters Creon and Haemon, is analyzed in this 5 page paper. The emotional
confrontation is discussed in the context of the entire Greek tragedy by Sophocles. No
additional sources cited. Anti.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/ The First
Feminist : A 5 page essay that looks at Antigone from a feminist viewpoint. By
asserting her individuality, she became free yet she remained a prisoner of her beliefs
since by obeying her conscious she faced death. No additional sources cited. Antigfe.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone" / Scene 5
Analyzed : A 5 page analysis of the last scene in the play by the ancient Greek
playwright, Sophocles. The writer demonstrates how this climatic scene answers the
theological and philosophical questions of the play and how they related to Greek society.
No additional sources cited.. Scene 5.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/ The
Patriotism of Creon : A 3 page essay discussing the characterization of Creon in
Sophocles’ play. Special emphasis is placed on presenting a defense of Creon as a
patriotic man who believes he has the Gods on his side. No additional sources cited. Creon2.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/ Creon as a
Dedicated Statesman and Altruistic Idealist : A 3 page paper based on Antigone,
defending Creon's dedication to the State and his role as a divine leader under Zeus. The
writer argues that the defense of his ideals destroyed everyone he loved and broke his
spirit, but he remained true to the defense of his statesman role nearly to the end. It is
shown that Homer's intent was to demonstrate the consequences of actions rather to condemn
Creon for his convictions. No additional sources cited. Creon3.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone" / Role Of
The Chorus : A 5 page paper on the role of the Chorus in this ancient Greek
play by Sophocles. The paper concludes that the Chorus represents the point of view of the
average person in the audience. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Anchorus.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone" / Heroism
: A 5 page paper examining the question of whether there is a true hero in
Sophocles’ play. The paper concludes that for the twentieth century reader both Creon
and Antigone seem like victims. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Heroant.wps
Sophocles’ "Antigone"/ The
Author’s Masterpiece : A 7 page paper on Sophocles’ infaous play. The
writer includes biographical information on Sophocles. A general plot analysis is
provided, with commentary and some quoted lines from the play. Antigone was written around
441 BC and presented at the Athenian annual drama competition where Sophocles was a
frequent winner. Antig.wps
The Control of the Individual by the State :
A 6 page essay that looks at four historic works as to how these texts relate to the
issue of the state's control of the individual. The texts examined are Antigone,
an autobiography of Fredrick Douglass, On Liberty by John Stuart Mill, and The
Communist Manifesto. The writer draws parallel between these classic works. Includes
quotations from these four sources. Statecon.wps
Sophocles' "Oedipus" / Divine and
Demonic Powers : A 4 page paper on Sophocles' Oedipus. The writer shows the
predominance of demonic forces over divine forces by the actions and resulting events
within this play. Oedipus is essentially viewed as a classic illustration of the age-old
conflict between good and evil. Demon.wps
Study in Tragedy / Sophocles' Oedipus the
King : A 5 page essay on how "Oedipus the King" is a definitive example
of tragedy. Elements of plot, the role of the Chorus, and the theme of guilt are
discussed in great detail to help explain how the circumstances of this particular story
are in line with the classic definition of 'tragedy.' Bibliography lists 5 sources. Oedipus2.wps
Sophocles’ Oedipus The King / Oedipus
[Himself] As A Tragic Hero : A 5 page paper discussing Oedipus the King as a
tragic hero, according to the definition set forth by Aristotle. Bibliography lists 2
sources. Troed.wps
King Oedipus / Change Analyzed : This 4
page research paper examines the changes which occur within King Oedipus of Thebes during
the course of the Sophocles' play, Oedipus The King (or Oedipus Rex). Specifically
discussed are his insecurity, his interpretation of nobility, and his growing paranoia
which alienates him from nearly everyone who is close to him. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Oedrex.wps
Oedipus / Blind But Not Blissful : A 7
page essay that argues that Oedipus did "see" after he was blind but he gained
nothing but bitterness from his knowledge. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Oedi.wps
Oedipus & The Irony of Sight : A 5
page paper that provides an insightful overview into the use of sight and blindness in
Sophocles’ "Oedipus the King" and relates this imagery to the irony of the
play. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Oedieye.wps
Character of Oedipus in Sophocles’
"Oedipus The King" / The Struggle : In 5 pages the author discusses
Oedipus in "Oedipus the King" by Sophocles. Oedipus is like an adopted child
trying to meet his birth parents, although his is not the case. Oedipus fulfills his
destiny and the prophecy comes true. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Oedstrug.wps
Sophocles’ "Oedipus The
King" / Bound By Determinism Or Free Will? : 5 pages in length. Oedipus
the King represents what happens when one tries to interrupt fate and abandon
responsibility. Having grasped the meaning behind Oedipus the King, the writer
easily argues that Oedipus was more than significantly overruled by determinism rather
than free will. No additional sources cited. Detwill.wps
Oedipus as Tragic Hero : A 5 page
paper looking at Sophocles’ play in terms of Aristotle’s definition of the
classic tragic hero. The paper determines that Oedipus is a tragic hero because, although
the cards are stacked against him through little fault of his own, he does his best
against insurmountable odds. Bibliography lists two sources. Oedhero.wps
Oedipus / Example to the Fates :
A 5 page essay which explores Oedipus The King as being an example to the citizens. The
writer explore the complexity of this question. No additional sources cited. Fate.wps
Oresteia, Oedipus, Antigone, Medea, &
Lysistrata – Battles of Male and Female : This 5 page essay discusses the
premise that each of the characters examined in five different ancient Greek dramas and
the fundamental conflict and resolution of significant gender and sexual issues. No
additional sources cited. Malefem.wps
Oedipus Sex : 6 page essay which
explores the sexual symbolism in Oedipus The King. The writer proves that Sophocles wrote
about a subject that has influenced our literature, psychology and morals. Bibliography
lists 6 sources. Oedsex.wps
Oedipus / Ignorance is Bliss : A
6 page essay which explores the theme ignorance is bliss in Oedipus The King. The writer
proves that Oedipus would have been much happier had he not known his life was fated. No
additional sources cited. Igbliss.wps
Heroes In Oedipus and Antigone : A 5
page paper discussing the two main characters of the plays by Sophocles. Each of these
individuals held a position of power in one form or another and each used their power
differently with a different result. Where Oedipus was strong and perhaps blind to many
truths, Antigone was a fighter yet yielded to the pressure of the truths and eventually
killed herself. Oedipus was strong and ignorant, where Antigone was passionate and
destroyed by the recognition of the truth. No additional sources provided. Oedianti.wps
Are "Oedipus the King" and "Death
of a Salesman" Definitive Tragedies? : A 3 page research paper which examines
the similarities and differences between Sophocles’ play, Oedipus the King and
Arthur Miller’s play, Death of a Salesman to determine whether or not each
could be considered a definitive tragedy. Bibliography lists 3 sources. TGotkdos.wps
"Chinatown" & "Oedipus the
King" : A 5 page paper which discusses Roman Polanski’s 1974 film, Chinatown,
and Sophocles’ 429 B.C. (?) play, Oedipus the King. Specifically examined are
the meaning of Chinatown, why the movie is called Chinatown, how it
resembles evil, and the significance of Oedipus the King, and finally, comparing
and contrasting the two works. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Chinaoed.wps
Sophocles’ Oedipus & Shakespeare’s
Othello / Use of Irony : A 5 page research paper that compares the use of irony in
Shakespeare's "Othello" and Sophocles' "Oedipus Rex." Both Othello
and Oedipus, two of history's greatest tragedies, have irony as a key ingredient to
their make-up. In each case, pride overcomes other human emotions and this quality, even
more then jealousy in the case of Othello, can be argued as the tragic flaw that causes
the downfall of each protagonist. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Oedoth.wps
Appearances and Reality in "Othello"
and "Oedipus the King" : A 3 page paper which examines the
protagonist’s ability to determine between appearances and reality as differently
presented in William Shakespeare’s Othello and Sophocles’ Oedipus the
King. Bibliography lists 2 sources. TGothotk.wps
The Evolution of Tragedy : A 5
page look at the changes the genre of dramatic tragedy has undergone between the days of
the ancient Greeks and our own era. Examples are provided from Sophocles’ Oedipus
Rex, Shakespeare’s Measure for Measure, and Arthur Miller’s Death
of a Salesman. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Tragevo.wps
Oedipus & Hamlet : An 8 page
paper which compares and contrasts King Oedipus in Sophocles’ Oedipus the King
and Shakespeare’s prince, Hamlet. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Hamoed.wps
Themes of the Oedipus Trilogy : A
short, 4 page overview of themes in The Oedipus Trilogy-- emphasizing in particular that
the downfall of Oedipus represented the "spiritual bankruptcy" of the state. The
role of the chorus, portrayal of women, and the influence of various characters are
touched upon as well. No Bibliography. Oedtheme.wps
Sophocles’ "Oedipus" / Character
Of Creon : A 3 page paper that considers the importance of the character of Creon
in Sophocles' "Oedipus Tyrannus." This paper contends that it is the
one-dimensional characterization of Creon and his messages that most significantly impact
the outcome of the tragedy. The primary source is cited. Creon.rtf
Summation of Oedipus at Colonus by Sophocles
: A 5 page summation and analysis of the second play in the Oedipus Trilogy which
reveals Oedipus’ fate after being blinded and exiled at the end of Oedipus the King.
The writer demonstrates how this play reveals the changes which have occurred in
Oedipus’ character during his twenty years in exile. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Oedcol.wps
Use Of Irony In "Oedipus Rex" By
Sophocles : A 5 page research paper and analysis that demonstrates how irony is an
overriding characteristic of the play. The writer discusses several Freudian
interpretations of the meaning behind the irony in the play and argues that Green (1993)
has the most logical interpretation. Bibliography lists 5 sources. Useirony.wps
Oedipus Rex / Not Death, Penance :
A 5 page essay positing that symbolism and irony used by Sophocles to "resolve"
the mystery of birth for Oedipus is based on a moral principle--quest for atonement.
Bibliography lists 1 source. Cnoedips.wps
Oedipus, The King vs. Henry IV : A 5
page paper comparing and contrasting the two plays which focuses on the relationship
between fathers and sons and the forces of Good and Evil as instruments of either
destruction or reward. No additional sources cited. Henoed.wps
The Tragic Flaws Of Hamlet And Oedipus :
A 5 page paper on these two classic plays by Shakespeare and Sophocles. This paper
analyzes both plays to determine what makes them tragedies, what their heroes have in
common, how they are different, and the dynamics that make each play work. Shaksoph.wps
Othello vs. Oedipus / An Uncertain Vision :
A 5 page paper discussing a common theme in literature -- our very human difficulty in
distinguishing between what seems to be and what actually is. This theme is discussed in
terms of Sophocles’ Oedipus the King and Shakespeare’s Othello. No
additional sources cited. Othoed.wps
King Lear and Oedipus As Tragic Heroes :
A 5 page paper discussing Lear and Oedipus as tragic heroes, as defined by Aristotle.
Cites characteristics of each figure, discussing each man’s basic goodness and his
sense of right and wrong and how each deals with violations of his own conscience.
Bibliography lists 1 source. Learo.wps
Historical Challenge of Authority : In
this 5 page paper, the writer compares Jesus Christ, Antigone, and Socrates - as
individuals who each suffered fates for their challenging of authority in favor of
Revolutionist ideals. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Crittrad.wps
Greed / Its Role in Three Works of Literature
: This 5 page paper begins with Creon’s accusation in Antigone that
money is the motive for most human evils. The paper discusses whether greed actually does
plays a part in Antigone, and whether it features prominently in Voltaire’s Candide
or Sartre’s No Exit. The paper concludes that financial gain turned out to
account for relatively few of the human evils in any of the works discussed here, fear and
intolerance being responsible for many more. No additional sources are listed. Greed.wps
Oresteia, The Odyssey, & The Aeneid /
Public vs. Private Life : A 4 page paper examining the nature of public life
versus private life in these three classical works. The write concludes that Homer and
Virgil are more concerned with the community and state, and less with the individual;
Aeschylus alone champions the individual’s separate existence. No additional sources
cited. Publicp.wps
Good and Evil in The Bible, The Oresteia, &
Crito : A 4 page essay examining the changing nature of the legislation of
morality as seen in these three works. The paper points out that there is a humanistic
progression from the Bible, which allowed the individual absolutely no self-determination
at all in working out the details of his own moral stance; through the Oresteia,
which suggested that an increasing reliance on self-determination would be worth trying;
to the Crito, which advocates a complete reliance on one’s own conscience in
determining the correct moral action to be taken in a particular set of circumstances. No
sources. Goodcrit.wps
Sophocles’ Antigone vs. Homer’s
Penelope : A 7 page paper that compares two main characters in Sophocles' Antigone
and Homer's Odyssey: Antigone and Penelope. These two women share a number of
common characteristics and make similar determinations in regards to morality and family
duty. Though the outcomes are significantly different, the inherent qualities of these two
women are considerable. Bibliography lists 7 sources. Antigody.wps
Comparison of Sophocles’
"Antigone" and Dylan Thomas "Do Not Go Gentle Into That Good Night"
: The author contrasts the characters in these works in terms of how they welcome
death. 6 pages in length. While both authors see death as inevitable, the paper concludes
that Antigone welcomes death because she has nothing left to live for; Thomas, on the
other hand, argues that every scrap of life you can wring out is another moment to be
lived. No additional sources listed. Antig.wps
Jocasta vs. Phaedra / Comparison of Two Tragic
Characters : A 5 page comparison of character and suicide between Queen Jocasta
(Oedipus the King) and Queen Phaedra (Hippolytus). The writer argues that in both
instances, the Queen was a lovelorn woman; deeply frustrated and in the end, completely
desperate. Jocasta's death, however, was more sudden and rash when compared with the
suicide of Phaedra who had accumulated such tendencies throughout the progression of her
story. No Bibliography. Jocastap.wps
Phaedra & Her Lack of Freewill : A 2
page discussion of the mythological character Phaedra and how Aphrodite's influence
over her was so strong that she could not act freely or of her own will. Consequently,
Phaedra's death is ultimately blamed upon the overwhelming power of this particular Greek
god. No Bibliography. Phaedre.wps
Phaedra / Theseus Compared with Elizabeth II
: A 4 page paper comparing the actions of Theseus, from the Greek play Phaedra, with
Queen Elizabeth II, reigning monarch of England, through difficult family situations. The
writer presents the notion that each of these monarchs had to react to their own troubles
as they related to family, the monarchy, and their societies. No Bibliography. Theseus.wps
Aeschylus’ "Prometheus Bound" /
The Heart vs. The Mind : A 4 page essay on the underlying struggle between heart
and mind in Greek mythology. The writer makes comparisons between this theme's existence
in "Prometheus Bound" and in the play "Hippolytus." It is noted that
Prometheus and Phaedre are both prisoners and that it is their own human condition
that causes them to suffer such emotional anguish and turmoil. Points are supported with
quotes. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources. Prometh.wps
Aeschylus’ "Prometheus Bound" / A
Godly Love vs. Human Love : In this 5 page essay, comparisons are made between the
role of love in "Prometheus Bound" and "Hippolytus." The writer argues
that just as Phaedra was made to suffer as the result of her own love, Prometheus was
similarly made to struggle as the result of his love for mankind-- which motivated him to
give us the gift of fire. Additional examples of love's predicament are provided from
Prometheus Bound as well -- to further support this thesis (i.e., the case of Iago, etc;).
Bibliography lists one additional source. Prometh5.wps
Aeschylus "Prometheus Bound" /
Responsibility For Actions : A 5 page paper analyzing whether the title character
in Aeschylus’ Prometheus Bound was in any way responsible for his predicament.
The paper asserts that indeed he was, because he deliberately subverted the status quo and
had to accept the consequences. No additional sources cited. Promhs.wps
Love in the Greek Classics : A 5
page analytical discussion of love & relationships in Greek classics such as "The
Odyssey," "Antigone," and "Lysistrata." No Bibliography. Greklove.wps
The Origin & Development Of Roman Mythology
: In 5 pages, the author discusses how Roman mythology began and its purpose. Roman
mythology is much like Greek mythology. Bibliography lists 8 sources. Romanmy.wps
Human Sacrifice in Greek and Roman Mythology
: A 12 page analytical paper exploring the theme of human sacrifice in mythology.
Using the stories of Selene and Endymion, Aphrodite and Adonis, and Cybele and Attis,
along with two stories about Demeter, the writer supports the notion that human sacrifice
is used to demonstrate the power of the gods and compassion. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Humansac.wps
The Stars' Names & Greek Mythological Origin
: 25 pages worth of extensively detailed discussion relevant to how the stars and
constellations derived their name from Greek mythology/stories. Bibliography lists 11
sources. Greeksta.wps
Homer’s Epic Poetry As History :
A 5 page essay about The Iliad and The Odyssey and the things they tell us
about the history of ancient Greece, especially where it pertains to the morals, customs,
and traditions of Homer’s time. Bibliography lists 4 sources. Homer Paper. Homep.wps
Homer’s "Odyssey" / Justice
: A 6 page paper on Homer’s classic work. The paper demonstrates that the Homeric
idea of justice is very different from our own; it suggests that whereas our sense of
justice is founded upon morality, justice in Homer’s time centered around the
maintenance of the status quo. Bibliography lists three sources besides book. Homer2.wps
Homer's "Odyssey" / The Maturing of
Telemachus : A 6 page paper on the character development of Odysseus’ son
Telemachus in the Odyssey. The writer argues that while Telemachus becomes more important
throughout the course of the story, he is never quite the man that his father is. Several
quotes from the Odyssey are used to support points. No additional sources cited. Telemac2.wps
Homer's "Odyssey" / Character Of
Telemachus : A 2 page essay analyzing Telemachus' maturity level in Homer's
"Odyssey." The writer points out how other characters still treat Telemachus
like a child-- and rightfully so, for his own immaturity stops him from being able to do
many things..like ask the suitors to leave. No other sources cited. Telemach.wps
Homer’s "Odyssey" / Telmachus
& His Rites Of Passage Journey : A 5 page essay that highlights the adventure
of Telmachus, the son of Odysseus. In a bold move to protect him mother from persistent
suitors, he goes on a journey to find his father but at the time time, winds up finding
his own self. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Ritepass.wps
Homer’s "Odyssey" / Hospitality
: A 4 page paper on theme of hospitality in Homer’s epic. It contrasts the
hospitality shown Telemachus by Melenaus and Odysseus by King Alkinoos and the swineherd
Eumaios with the abominable behavior of the suitors. Oddy.wps
Homer’s "Odyssey" / Sacrifice
: A 5 page paper analyzing the way this theme is treated in Homer’s epic. The
paper concludes that Homer viewed sacrifice as a way to return everything to its status
quo, and as such, it was a function of duty and justice. Bibliography lists one source
besides primary book. Sacody.wps
Homer’s "The Odyssey" /
Odysseus’ Refusal To Become Immortal : A 5 page essay on Homer’s The
Odyssey, and particularly why Odysseus would refuse to become immortal. The thesis
posits that Odysseus chose the experience of living life over the sterile existence of the
gods. Bibliography lists 1 source. Immod.wps
Odysseus as a Justifiable Hero in Homer's
"Odyssey" : A 6 page paper on the character of Odysseus, his heroic
qualities, and how his actions represent the classic struggle for survival. The writer
argues that Odysseus' actions were justifiable under the circumstances and with respect to
the era during which his character was created by Homer. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Odyssey.wps
Odysseus' Pain & Suffering -- Traits of an
"Epic Hero" : A 5 page essay on the importance of pain and suffering in
helping to define Odysseus as a true "epic hero." The writer covers various
instances of trouble and hardship endured by Odysseus throughout his journey and finds
that what he went through represented but a part of the "human experience." Odyssey2.wps
Homer's "Odysey" / Concept Of An
Afterlife : In 5 pages the author discusses Homer's conception of afterlife in
Odyssey, comparing it to other views of the afterlife. Bibliography lists 2 additional
sources. Homelife.wps
Book XXV / Odysseus’ Next Journey :
A 4 page creative writing assignment based on Homer’s Odyssey. The poem is an
extension of the Odyssey written in iambic pentameter, depicting the further
journeys of Odysseus which Teiresias the Seer commanded him to make after his return to
Ithaka. Odyextend.wps
Role of Women in The Odyssey : A 3
page look at the portrayal of women in Homer's "Odyssey." Mostly focused upon is
Penelope -- who, although strong-willed in resisting the suitors was still ultimately
powerless when it came to getting rid of all the men who daunted her. She is
stereotypically depicted as a woman whose main answer to her troubles is to sit for a year
and sew--waiting to see if her husband returns. Bibliography lists 1 supporting sources. Odysswin.wps
Trapped at Home / The Status of Women in the
Odyssey and the Old Testament :
A 6 page paper comparing the treatment of women in Homeric times (as illustrated by
the tribulations of Penelope in the Odyssey) with the many rules and prohibitions given to
women under early Judaic law. The paper concludes that both systems effectively tie women
to the house without giving them any authority over it. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Odyot.wps
Homer’s "The Odyssey" vs.
Shakespeare’s "Julius Caesar" Analyzed : This 5 page research paper
compares and contrasts Homer’s epic Greek poem, "The Odyssey," with William
Shakespeare’s tragic play, "Julius Caesar." Bibliography lists 5 sources. Odyjul.wps
A Comparison of Odysseus & Achilles : In
5 pages the author compares the heroes in the "Odyssey" and the
"Iliad." Homer's "Iliad" and his "Odyssey" are both epic
Greek poems. The hero in Homer's "Odyssey" was Odysseus, and the hero in Homer's
"Iliad" was Achilles. Both poems were written by Homer, and many similarities as
well as differences are seen between the two heroes. Although similar, those men were not
carbon copies of each other, for they did have different characters. They were heroes
first and foremost. Odyach.wps
Homer’s "The Odyssey" /
Odysseus’ Journey Home : A 5 page paper which examines Homer’s epic
poem, "The Odyssey," and lays blame of Odysseus’ delayed return to his home
in Ithaca on Odysseus himself because he became involved in other people’s wars, his
pride often got him into trouble, he incurred the wrath of several gods, and lusted after
goddesses. No additional sources cited. Odsy1.wps
Penelope & Scheherazade / Playing for
Time : A 2 page look at the delaying strategies these heroines use in order to
stall what otherwise seems like an inevitable fate. Homer’s Odyssey and the
anonymous Arabic tale The Thousand and One Nights are referred to but not cited. No
additional sources cited. Playtime.wps
Visions of the Underworld in the Odyssey,
Gilgamesh, & The Inferno : A 2 page look at the differences in conception of
the underworld between these three works. The paper notes that Dante’s is the only
one of the three works in which the Underworld is clearly punitive; in the Odyssey, it was
simply sad, and in Gilgamesh, empty. No additional sources cited. Undervis.wps
The Theme of the Quest in Homer &
Dante : A 5 page exploration of this theme in Homer’s Odyssey and
Dante’s Inferno. The paper asserts that the underlying precept behind both
these stories is that the seeker in all of us has to wander forth from his or her home and
expand his or her horizons in order to grow and mature. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Quest.wps
Book XXIV Of "The Iliad" :
Honor is at stake and for honor men will die. This 5 page critical review of the classic
story of the battle of Troy introduces the idea that there are three threads of interest
in the Iliad. The first is the war between the Achaeans and Trojans. This is the setting
and the motivation for action. The second is the code of Honor that prevails for both
sides. The issues of courage, the sanctity of marriage and friendship and the honor given
to those who live the code. The third is the subplot being lived out by the Gods and
Goddesses. All of these elements serve to give the reader an understanding of the motives
and behaviors that rule the souls of men. The paper examines the final chapter in relation
to the development of these concepts. No additional sources cited. Xxiv.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Power of the
Gods : A 5 page paper examining the degree of influence gods were considered to
have over mortals in Homeric culture. The paper concludes that the Greeks believed that
people really do not have much control over their own destinies at all, and thus
transferred this control onto the gods. Bibliography lists one source. Godshom.wps
Homer’s Iliad vs Thucydides’
History Of The Peloponnesian War : 5 pages in length. Homer's Iliad and
Thucydides’ History of the Peloponnesian War both account for human suffering
and misfortune by demonstrating how the war ravaged man’s very soul. Vivid depiction
of death and maiming are strewn throughout both literary works to clearly demonstrate the
passion each side felt about holding on to honor and material possession. The writer
discusses how Homer and Thucydides’ versions of human torment mirror the reality many
warriors experienced at the hands of their enemies. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Homethuc.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Glorification
Of Violence : 8 pages in length. Homer’s Iliad is a classic example of
how violence has been glorified – while not necessarily justifiably so – since
the beginning of civilization. There is an inherent desire for men to thrust their outer
manhood into their enemy’s faces in order to assert their inner strength. The writer
discusses how Homer utilizes gender roles and divine/human relations to emphasize
compassion for war victims, depicts modern society’s ambivalent role and documents
the warrior/hero mentality as it justifies warfare and brutality. No additional sources
cited. Iliadvio.wps
Symbolism in "The Iliad" Analyzed
: A 7 page paper (+ 1 pg. Roman numeral outline) which discusses how Homer used
symbolism to underscore the classical themes of heroism, romanticism and patriotism in his
epic poem, "The Iliad." Bibliography lists 6 sources. Iliadsym.wps
Achilles & Aeneas / Two Very Different
Heroes : A 5 page look at these two heroes of Homer’s Iliad and Vergil’s
Aeneid, respectively, in terms of the cultures that created them. The paper asserts that
these heroes are very different because their respective cultures valued different traits.
Bibliography lists 2 sources. Achaen.wps
A Comparison of Heroes in Homer's "Iliad"
: A 4 page comparison of the classic heroes Hektor and Achilles as presented by Homer
in "The Iliad." It is proposed that while Achilles transcends the politics of
his day and fights for his own cause, Hektor's tragedy is actually synonymous with the
tragedy of Troy itself. No Bibliography. Iliadcom.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Role Of Gods
& Godesses : A 6 page essay examining the various ways Homer made use of gods
and goddesses; how they intervened in the lives of the mortals. Useofg.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Shield of
Achilles : The significance of Achilles’ shield, as it appears in Homer's Iliad
is discussed in this 5 page paper. Achilles.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Shield of
Achilles # 2 : A 5 page paper which examines the representation of the shield of
Achilles' in literature to determine its significance. Shieldach.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Achilles Armor
: This 5 page research paper examines the importance of Achilles' armor in Homer's
epic masterpiece, "The Iliad." The impact of the armor upon Hector, Patroclus,
and Achilles (when he receives the new armor) is discussed. The paper also considers how
each of the heroes act when wearing the armor, what happens to them while wearing it,
their heroic attitudes which result, and how Achilles is similar or different from the
other two warriors. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Acharmor.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / The Greater
Hero -- Achilles Or Hector? : 5 pages in length. Who was the greatest hero between
Achilles and Hector in Homer’s The Iliad? When posing this question, one must
also consider the various definitions of the word hero. A hero can be of the heart or of
the mind, but most likely he is one of the body. A true hero possesses all three of these
entities, yet this type of hero is rare, indeed. Neither Achilles nor Hector was a hero of
this caliber, yet they both displayed significant heroism while in battle. The writer
compares the two warriors to determine which one was the greater hero. No other sources
used. Heromore.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" / Book XXIV
: A 5 page paper discussing the last chapter of Homer’s The Iliad. This
is the last book of this ancient literary work. This section of the story begins with
Achilles still angry and distraught over the death of his friend and as the story ends we
see Achilles having moved beyond his grief a bit and forging on with his life. A thorough
examination of the banquet scene is also discussed. Iliadbk.wps
Heroism In the Iliad & The Song of Roland
: A 5 page paper comparing and contrasting the characters of Achilles and Roland in
these two classic epics of war. The paper observes that the differences in these two
heroes has less to do with their authors’ attempts at characterization than with the
difference in their society’s expectations of what a warrior -- and a human being --
should be. Bibliography lists 3 sources. Roliliad.wps
Homer’s "Iliad" vs. Egyptian
Burial Rituals : A 3 page comparison addressing the importance of body
preservation and burial rites in the form of dressings, tombs and stones as it applies to
the text and events in The Iliad. The paper particularly discusses the burial rites
surrounding the heroes Hektor and Sarpedon in this regard. Bibliography lists 1 source. Gilg3.wps
Homer's Odyssey & Virgil's "Aeneid"
: A 4 page, comparative discussion of heroism in the "journeys" of Aeneas
in "The Aeneid" and Odysseus in the "Odyssey." No bibliography. Aensod1.wps
Homer's Odyssey & Virgil's
"Aeneid" # 2 : Similar to Aensod1.wps (some parts are identical),
this 3 page essay emphasizes the marked difference between Odysseus and Aeneas; stressing
the latter character's more human-like qualities. No bibliography. Aensod2.wps
Homer's Odyssey & Virgil's
"Aeneid" # 3 : 4 page essay discussing the actions of Odysseus in
"The Odyssey" and briefly mentioning those of Aeneas in "The Aeneid."
Stressed is whether or not their behaviors were "necessary" and
"acceptable" with regard to their respective situations. Aensod3.wps
Heroism & Violence in Gilgamesh and the
Odyssey : In this 6 page essay, the writer argues that Odysseus (from "The
Odyssey") and Gilgamesh (from "The Epic of Gilgamesh") were both heroes in
the classic, definitive sense. It is reasoned that their violent tempers and mood swings
actually had some "redeeming value."-- Excellent comparisons are made between
the two characters. No Bibliography. Odysseus.wps
Gilgamesh and Candide as ‘Quest’
Novels : A 4 page paper discussing the genre of the quest novel in general,
and how Gilgamesh and Voltaire’s Candide fit into it. The novel
concludes that while it does feature a journey, Candide ultimately fails to pass the test
of being a quest novel because Candide does not learn anything from his quest; he remains
as stupid as ever. No additional sources cited. Novels.wps
Women as Depicted by Shakespeare vs. Homer :
A thoughtful 3 page comparison between the characters of Desdemona (Shakespeare's
"Othello") and Penelope (Homer's "Odyssey"). Both women are viewed as
brave, determined, and loyal -- exemplifying the age-old concept of love in both stories
-- No Bibliography. Othkim.wps
Desdemona (Othello) Vs. Penelope (The
Odyssey) : A thoughtful 3 page essay comparing the character of Desdemona in
Shakespeare's Othello with Penelope in Homer's Odyssey. Desdemona is regarded as being
more of a simple person-- madly in love and fairly ignorant to the world around her.
Penelope, however, was able to become a strong and triumphant woman..exhibiting more savvy
and self-will. No Bibliography. Penelope.wps
Othello Compared With Antigone : 6
pages in length. A comparison between Shakespeare's "Othello" and Sophocles
"Oedipus Trilogy" in which the writer interprets themes from both stories and
finds reason to assert that Othello and Antigone were both very much alike in that they
were essentially outsiders, -- alienated from a group. Both characters endured grave
emotional drama and sought only truth & justice -- but to no avail. No Bibliography. Othlantg.wps
Ritualistic Tradition in Early Greek Theater
: 8 pages in length. An interesting look at ceremonies, rituals, and traditions in
early Greek theater. Religious practices, symbolic meanings, and more are described in
great detail. The role of Dionysus is explained throughout and the setting, plot,
structure, characters, Chorus, etc; of "Oedipus the King" are used together as
examples of how this work by Sophocles was particularly representative of the era. An
EXCELLENT reference for anyone studying early theater and/or drama. Bibliography lists 7
sources. Oedipus.wps
Abuse of Women in Greek Mythology : A
6 page paper that looks at the issue of abuse as it is presented in Greek mythology, and
focuses on the issues related to the abuse of women in a number of myths. Bibliography
lists 4 sources. Mythabu.wps
Four Views on Women in Greek Tragedy : A
5 page essay on how the characters of Clytemnestra, Jocasta, Antigone and Medea from
ancient Greek plays demonstrate certain aspects of how ancient Greeks viewed the role of
women in society and women in general. Bibliography lists 4 sources. 4Greekw.wps
Virgil's Aeneid vs. Homer's Odyssey : A
2 page essay comparing the journeys of Odysseus and Aeneas.. and also making some
comparative mention of how women were portrayed in each of their two epic sagas.
Bibliography lists 3 sources. Aenwom.wps
The Oresteia, the Odyssey, and the Bible /
Comparisons and Contrasts : A 6 page paper divided into three parts. Part I looks
at the presence of a patriarchal worldview versus an older matriarchal one in
Aeschylus’ The Eumenides. Part II looks at the themes of blood and inherited sin in
the story of Cain and Abel from the Bible. And Part III examines the differences between
the concepts of justice in the Odyssey and the Oresteia. No sources except books. Oresod.wps
Sophocles & Euripides / Two Different
Visions : A 4 page essay on the different styles of these two Greek classical
playwrights. The paper supports Sophocles’ own claim that "[Euripides] paints
men as they are; I paint men as they ought to be." Bibliography lists two sources. Eurip.wps
Lysistrata vs. Medea / A Comparison : A
5 page comparison between the two classic Greek plays : Lysistrata (by Aristophanes) and
Medea (by Euripides). Although a number of inherent similarities are pointed out, the
writer defines Lysistrata as a comedy and Medea as a tragedy. One of the key differences
between the two central characters was that Lysistrata -- from the very beginning --
sought to end violence. Medea, in contrast, ultimately used violence in an attempt
to prove her point. No Bibliography. Lysismed.wps
Lysistrata vs. Medea / Presentation Of
Women : This 4 page research paper compares and contrasts the presentation of
women’s’ natures and their role in Greek society in Medea (431 B.C.) by
Euripides and Lysistrata (411 B.C.) by Aristophanes. Bibliography lists 2 sources. Medlys.rtf
Violence in Mythology vs. Violence in Modern
Times : 7 pages in length. In this well-thought essay, the writer argues that the
contemporary media is not to blame for our violent ways. Thousands of years ago, crowds
jeered at public executions and fights to-the-death staged in large arenas and coliseums..
Using examples from myths such as Oedipus, The Odyssey, Aeneid, and more, it is shown that
the violent imaginations of today are really no different than those of thousands of years
ago. The only thing that has really changed is the media through which we express our
myths. Bibliography lists 9 supporting sources. Mythmanv.wps
The Trojan Horse ? A Model For All Future
Stories ? : A 6 page paper discussing the second chapter of the book The
March of Folly: From Troy to Vietnam, by Barbara W. Tuchman. The author has gone
beyond good reason in the amount of information she has put in the one chapter that deals
with the Trojan Horse. Her thesis appears to be that this ancient story is a foundation
for all stories to follow and that all of the aspects human nature can be found in the
classic tale. Following the paper is an excerpt from the Encyclopedia Britannica that
describes one specific character, Orestes, who was mentioned, but not described
sufficiently in the chapter under examination. Trojanh.wps
Virgil’s "Aeneid" / Dido’s
Wound : A 15 page essay that examines the possibility that Dido’s wound is
more than her love for her lost Aeneas but rather a wound of not having children.
Bibliography lists 5 sources. Lovedido.rtf
Virgil’s "Aeneid" & The
Character Of Dido : A 5 page paper that reviews book four of Virgil's Aenead. This
paper discusses Aeneas' duty, Dido's romantic passion, and the reason why this couple
suffers such a tragic end. Also considered in this poem is the affect of Catullus' poem
64, and a comparison is made between the story of Ariadne and Theseus and Dido and Aeneas.
Bibliography lists 3 sources Dido.wps
Virgil's "Aeneid" / Treatment Of
Mortals By The Gods : A 5 page paper on this work by Virgil. The writer focuses on
how the gods use mortals for their own designs and how mortals are essentially powerless
against them. No additional sources cited. Virgil.wps
Virgil's "Aeneid" : 3 page
essay on this classic work of Greek mythology. Discusses the central character Aeneas and
the qualities that make him a hero. 2 sources listed in bibliography. Aeneas.wps
Virgil's "Aeneid" # 2 : A
more-detailed, 4 page version of Aeneas.wps. Aeneas2.wdb
Virgil's "Aeneid" & Plato's
"Republic": A 2 page essay on fact vs. fiction in Virgil's
"Aeneid" and Plato's "Republic." No outside references listed. Aeneas2.wps
T.S. Eliot’s "The Waste Land" /
Influence Of Virgil’s "Aeneid" : A 12 page paper comparing T.S.
Eliot’s watershed work to Virgil’s epic poem. The paper looks at the many
correspondences between Eliot’s narrative and Virgil’s, and concludes that they
are approaching the same goal on two different paths. Bibliography lists twelve sources. Anwas.wps
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