Life of Lam Ang

If you have ever found yourself captivated by a novel, or whisked away following a journey, you have most likely read an epic. An epic by definition is “a long poem, typically one derived from ancient oral tradition, narrating the deeds and adventures of heroic or legendary figures or the history of a nation”. Every epic has a main character that undergoes the same archetypal journey as all other heroes, an epic hero. There are specific qualities one must have to be considered an epic hero. Each epic hero possesses superhuman strength, displays a strong sense of leadership, and reflects their culture in a positive, admirable manner.

Throughout this essay, Anzaldua hold a prideful yet informative tone. When she tells her stories from her childhood, the tone changes to disbelief as she remembers all hardships she had to go through. Anzaldua gives another example of when her teachers mispronounced her name and as she tried to correct them they told her “If she wants

An epic is an extended narrative poem in elevated or dignified language, celebrating the feats of a legendary or traditional hero.   The main characteristics of an epic as a literary genre is that it is a long poem that tells a story, it contains an epic hero, its hero searches for immortality (but doesn't find it physically, only through fame), gods or other supernatural beings are interested and involved, and it delivers an historical message.  The Epic of Gilgamesh is classified as an epic because it fits all the characteristics of an epic as a literary genre.

Poetry is often used as a form of writing to express emotions or tell a story. The poems “LA Nocturne: The Angels”, by Xavier Villaurrutia and “Meditations on the South Valley: Poem IX” by Jimmy Santiago Baca, are two distinctive poems. In Baca’s poem he expresses the disbelief and the sorrow of the death of a boy named Eddie. While, in Villaurrutia’s poem reveals an expression of secret desire men have. Baca and Villaurrutia’s poems, both use repetition, imagery and metaphors in their poems to convey their message.

HW MONDAY night, 3/19.  INTRODUCTION: Read + take 1-page of Test-Review Notes on lined paper (or type them) for pages 641-646; copy definitions/lists as found on pages: EPIC POEM, EPIC HERO, CONCEPTS/top/p.643.

When discussing epic heroes, some of the more prominent ones that come to mind are Beowulf (from Beowulf), Hektor (from The Iliad), and Achilleus (also from The Iliad). These are all characters from literature who have displayed a multitude of the characteristics embodied in epic heroes. Each one of these literary figures has exhibited necessary traits needed to be considered an epic hero. Whether those traits are some of the common ones such as strength, honor, loyalty, perseverance, and bravery, or some of their own such as pride, intelligence, and morality. Whatever the case, these three have undergone difficulties and shown ties to the values held by their cultures within how they deal with issues. In this essay, I will attempt to

Po survives and is rescued by the same soothsayer, who takes him to the ruins of the nearby village where Po was born. Po Guided by the soothsayer to embrace his past. Po attains inner peace, realizing that he has lived a happy and fulfilling life despite this early tragedy.

An epic hero, the main character in an epic whose legendary or heroic actions are central to his/her culture, race or nation. (Epic Hero,2015) The six epic heroes, Theseus, Beowulf, Achilles, Heracles, Odysseus,and Gilgamesh all have accomplished heroic acts: some of which are battling an immense monster, having superhuman powers, and being brave and loyal to their people. My goal in this paper is to compare and contact the differences and similarities between the epic heros.

Two epic poems: one telling a grandiose tale of battle and the other describing a hellish journey home for one of the soldiers. This is what is in store for readers when they enter the rich world of Homer’s legendary poems: The Iliad and The Odyssey. These poems, highly regarded by almost all who have read it, are considered some of the most influential pieces of literature ever written, and for good reason. The Iliad and The Odyssey have been some of my personal favorite reads, just behind Animal Farm and 1984, due to its captivating style of prose, which made even the smallest of events interesting in some way. There were no dull moments, and I could confidently say that the entire experience was one that left me completely satisfied. These poems have forever changed the world of literature, and it is not hard to see why.

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The first poem “The Fisherman’s Invocation” is structured as a dialogue between two fishermen on a canoe, a political poem but is heavily shrouded by the mystery that the reader may lose its significance. It centers around Nigeria’s struggle to achieve political independence. Two fishermen, one who is mature, positive

This short essay will identify five traditional epic characteristics that are evident in both the Iliad and the Odyssey.

An epic is a long, episodic narrative poem that recounts the adventures of a historical or mystical hero. Episodic narratives have a larger story broken down into closely connected, but individual and separate sections. Some important qualities that distinguish an epic are unrealistic antagonists, the Gods and Goddesses playing important roles, and a story involving the re-establishment of a proper leader. “The Odyssey”, by Homer, is an epic because Odysseus (the hero) faces supernatural antagonists, the gods and goddesses play an important role, and Odysseus is being restored as a rightful leader.

For their respective cultures these epic heroes served as role models for what their citizenry was to strive to become, and their ancient journey’s still contain teachable lessons for today. Although, everyone can’t be the type of heroes that are displayed in these epics; I’m never going to be a military captain, found my own nation, or be the king of some domain. The characteristics that they display are translatable but are not always universally applicable to every situation. Although, I’ve learned we can always choose to do what we consider right or wrong. It doesn’t matter if our legacy is eternal, nor should we consider

Epic: A lengthy narrative poem in grand language celebrating the adventures and accomplishments of a legendary or conventional hero.