...is one of the unpropitious qualities that Beowulf possessed and battled internally throughout the course of his life.Beowulf avarice for fame is the principal factor that drove him from Geatland to Daneland in a time when no one,not even the Danes’ great lord, was able to defeat a terrifying fiend named Grendel. When he met with Hrothgar, Beowulf even stated that his lord Higlac might think less of him if he was afraid to fight the monster and “hid behind some broad linden shield“.Beowulf’s greed for gaining glory instigated Beowulf to go on a second battle with Grendel’s mother.Hrothgar said that after Beowulf defeats Grendel’s mother, he will be rewarded with “heaped-up ancient treasure” for the battle he wins.Without giving a second thought, Beowulf agreed that he will fight .The same greed also provoked him to fight the horrendous dragon. He did not want to lose his fame and for this reason, he knew he had to go in a battle with the dragon in order to maintain his glory as a king. Pride was another detrimental quality Beowulf struggled with that predominated different periods in his life.Beowulf’s overconfidence was first evident in an event that Unferth,Hrothgar’s courtier, recalls. After Beowulf enters Herot Hall and flaunts about his great achievements, Unferth referred to Beowulf as “the same boastful fool who fought a swimming match with Brecca”. He said how all the older and wiser heads warned him about the dangers and the risks of losing their lives,but that...
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...policy was simply a desire for glory while staying out of war with Britain and Russia. Unlike his uncle, Napoleon was concerned with the "social question" of France and the plight of the working people. His economic internal affairs tended to be more successful than his military endeavors. Like many leaders before him, Napoleon had to give France glory to gain his legitimacy. Napoleon did not want to meet his uncle's fate in a war with a major power of Europe; he steered clear of conflict with Britain and Russia. Napoleon's military adventures were unsuccessful in both obtaining glory and winning any sort of victory. Napoleon wanted to create a satellite government in Mexico and set up a system in Mexico for French exports. Defying the Monroe Doctrine, he attacked Mexican Radical Republicans and was soon kicked out by Americans and the Mexican peasants. Not only had Napoleon failed to gain any sort of satellite government but he had lost to a bunch of Mexican peasants. He had managed to stay out of war with a European power, but lost huge glory. Needless to say this Mexican adventure was unsuccessful. The Luxembourg Crisis and Napoleon's cockiness lost glory for France while losing a war that the French should not have even been involved in. Napoleon demanded the city of Luxembourg from Bismarck after the Prussian defeat of Austria. Bismarck became enraged, as did the rest of the Germans. Napoleon attacked Germany, to keep France's glory as the supposed greatest country...
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...pride. Everyone is motivated in some way by considerations of their social standing or by their sense of self-importance, which is why people, at times, are driven to act in a selfish manner at the cost of someone else’s own self-interest. While it is important for one to have self-respect and dignity, it is wrong to let those feelings get in the way and cause unnecessary problems. In the Ancient Greek epic The Iliad by the poet Homer, the actions of nearly all of the characters are influenced by their sense of pride. In the story, arrogance is the main reason behind all of the conflicts that take place, and throughout the entire epic, pride is depicted as a destructive force. Pride is the cause of the war, the source of sub-conflicts between the characters, and the motive behind the actions taken by Achilles throughout the story. The entire epic of The Iliad occurs in the middle of a ten-year conflict in the city of Troy between the Trojans and Achaeans. As is the case with most wars, the cause of the Trojan War is arguably quite pointless because it stems from nothing more than wounded egos. The clash of the egos begins when Paris “launches the war” (Homer 14. 33) when he offends Athena and Hera by choosing Aphrodite in a beauty contest between the goddesses. The two who lose the contest feel dishonored, and as a result they take the side of the Achaeans in the war, which causes the Trojans to have a huge disadvantage on the battlefield. Paris continues on his path to starting...
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...“Dulce et decorum est pro patria mori- it is sweet and right to die for your country.” Heroic views on war were not uncommon in the early Twentieth Century. In fact, prior to World War One war was idolised and seen as an ideal way to solve a dispute. Whilst other contributing factors; the assassination of the Austrian Archduke, rivalries and the web of alliances, were among the undoubtedly important influences, it is evident that the “The Glory of War” concept is the most significant cause that ultimately led to the First World War. The spark that ignited the First World War occurred in June of 1914 and was the assassination of the Austrian Archduke, Franz Ferdinand, and his wife in Sarajevo. Their visit to the Bosnian city occurred shortly...
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...CHRYSLEY CORPORATION When someone mentions Chrysler, what comes to your mind: Dodge Ram Truck, Sam Elliott or the unstable financial investments made by management at Chrysler? Several eras at Chrysler have had ups and downs, mostly influenced by ownership and troublesome economic times. The company has experienced the most trying times in the ladder of its existence. Encountering financial turbulence in the late 1970’s prompted a Congressional bail . This was all accomplished under Lee Iacocca, President and CEO of Chrysler in 1978. Iacocca stabled the near bankrupt company, allowing paying back the loan seven years earlier than expected. In 1987, the No. 4 automaker, American Motors, was bought by Chrysler and the consolidation was yet another financial crisis that lead to restructuring of the company . Chryslers 1990’s were a comeback with its Jeep lineup and vehicles like the powerful Dodge Viper. The company was acquired by Damler Bentz of Germany in 1998, and with inconsistent financial results the shareholders prompted Damler to seek a buyer in 2007. The company was sold to Cerberus Capital Management, an investment fund, which instilled Robert L. Nardelli as chief executive, formally CEO of Home Depot. Nardelli vowed a comeback for Chrysler being yet again an American owned company but suffered a deep sales slump and the recession took hold. In September 2008 sales were down 32.8 percent and prompted Chrysler to search for a merger partner, potentially with...
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...culture did as well as the idea that the gods played a large part in daily life; however, Sophocles satirized the Greek value of kleos, the glory one receives. In Ancient Greek society women were seen as inferior, Sophocles uses the treatment of Jocasta and her daughters as a way to...
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...around them? Achilles, Agamemnon, Odysseus, and their companions believed in a heroic code of sorts that defined how one should act in order to prove their honor and glory. In the eyes of the ancient Greeks and Trojans, there were two things that defined a hero: the quest for glory and the duty to protect. In Achilles’ speech to his companions Achilles attempts to hold up his own honor while shying away from his duty to protect. This juxtaposition of heroic and anti-heroic behavior creates an internal conflict within Achilles that causes the reader to question how heroic Achilles truly is. By abandoning his duty, Achilles also raises questions about his loyalty to his brothers, companions, society, and his own King. Achilles’ speech raises the question whether certain parts of the heroic code can be ignored or to what extent the code among heroes is actually followed. Arguably the most important part of the heroic code is kleos. Kleos is glory, prizes, and fame earned through fighting in battle. Achilles deeply desires everlasting kleos, but at what cost? Achilles has two choices according to Thetis, he says, “Either, if I stay here and fight beside the city of the Trojans, my return home is gone, but my glory shall be everlasting; but if I return home to the beloved land of my fathers, the excellence of my glory is gone, but there will be a long life left for me, and my end in death will not come to me quickly” (9. 411-416). He makes it clear that he is not willing to fight...
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...The Age of Exploration took place from the 15th through 17th century. European explorers combined the Old and New Worlds through the Age of Exploration. The causes of the Age of Exploration resulted in the colonization of the New World. Religion, leadership, and money also known as God, Glory, and Gold were the causes of the Age of Exploration. Even though the Age of Exploration appears to have a good connotation it had some negative effects. The positive effects of the Age of Exploration had to do with people taking action. During the Age of Exploration there were many negative effects such as disease, slavery, and war, however, there were also many positive ones that still have an effect on the world today. The Age of Exploration was a very...
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...The Odyssey is an epic poem written by Homer telling the story of the King of Ithaca. Odysseus displays the traits of a true hero; strength, nobility, confidence, courage, and the love of glory. He gains fame through his journeys, victories and skill. As with all Homer created heroes, Odysseus possesses pride which causes him to do very unwise things. The Iliad is another epic poem written by Homer entertaining us with a story about Achilles. Achilles was the greatest warrior in the Achaean army. The most significant flaw of Achilles is his excessive pride. He is willing to subvert the good of the whole army and to endanger the lives of those who are closest to him to achieve emotional blackmail. The plot of the Odyssey is Odysseus’ 10 year struggle to return home after the Trojan War. While Odysseus battles mythical creatures and faces the wrath of the gods, his wife Penelope and his son Telemachus fight off suitors or fakers trying to steal Penelope's hand from Odysseus and Ithaca's throne long enough for Odysseus to return. The Odyssey ends with Odysseus winning a contest to prove his identity, killing the suitors, and retaking the throne of Ithaca for himself. The plot of the Iliad is about the final year of the Trojan War, a conflict in which Greek warriors sailed the Aegean (Turkey) and surrounded the fortress of Troy for ten years, three millennia ago. The plot also includes the greek hero...
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...The concerns and importance of basic human needs and emotions is deeply explored in Homer’s epic poem “The Iliad Book XXIV”, the key concerns shows the similarity between all people, and how humanity is the same at its roots no matter the difference of culture and time. The conflicts that arise in “The Iliad” all come back to the notion of honour and pride and how people want to be perceived; honour is an idea woven throughout personal, social and cultural beliefs. War is the motif of honour, it is celebrated in “The Iliad” and in Petersen’s film “Troy”; the men are measured by their bravery and honour towards their King’s and their country in war. The Imagery used in “The Iliad” and “Troy” is constantly made up of war related concepts; “battlefield”,...
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...Sophocles uses Greek allusions to display conflict in love between family members. After Antigone is told she is given a death sentence, the Chorus attempts to comfort her, for example, as they relate her situation to “the terrible blinding wound dealt by [Phineus’] savage wife on Phineus’ two sons” (Sophocles 1027). This quote refers to the myth in which Phineus’ wife, Idaea, gives an “impairment” to his children by physically blinding them (“Phineas"). A similar tragedy happens in the backstory of the play Antigone when Oedipus has to marry his mother and have children with her, one of whom is Antigone. She and the other children received an “impairment” in the form of the curse, which is the incestuous relationship between their parents....
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...stage. Not only does Homer characterize individual roles in Iliad, but also symbolizes the individual’s achievement in the battle by. Gives the details roles the gods play in the battle, which keeps the reader focus on the central conflict. In Iliad, most of the scene depends on the individual’s character decision including the gods. From book 11, it can be seen as Zeus, the head of the gods controls the progress of the battle by first raining blood on the Achaeans causing them to panic. In retrospect, Zeus sends Iris to deliver a message “Hector, son of Priam, Father Zeus Has sent me here with a message for you. As long as you see Lord Agamemnon storming to through the ranks and laying them low you should hold back and order other troops to engage the enemy” (p204, 220) , one of the Homer inclusion indicating the war inspired by the gods. The relationship of fate and human keeps the reader focus and in suspense as the wall of the Greeks is doomed to fall by Poseidon and Apollo. The fall of the war justifies Homer uses of prophecy to progress the plot of the poem personifying the involvement of the gods. In book 11 and 12, Homer vividly reminds the reader that Zeus has chosen to give Hector great glory. As Zeus promised to give Hector glory, Zeus continually poured rain on the wall until the wall wash into the river. Overall, the fate of human can be intervene by the god as Homer exemplifies in Iliad. Zeus being the head of the gods should remain neutral rather than...
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...I. 48). During this part of the book, Chryses is upset due to Agamemnon’s taking of his daughter. While Chryses’ prayer does eventually result in the return of his daughter, conflict continues to rise due to the hubris of Agamemnon and Achilles. Achilles becomes humiliated when Agamemnon tries to take his war prize, and even though he was fighting for the Achaeans, he prays to Athena that she would “Go and sit beside him [Zeus], grasp his knees.../persuade him, somehow, to help the Trojan cause” (Il. I. 485-486). While these two examples are miniscule in light of the entire Iliad, they exemplify a recurring theme of prayer to a higher power throughout this work. Prayer not only served as an outlet for both sides of the war when they needed to cry out, but the gods generally responded to the prayers. Overall, while human warriors certainly were able to give their all in war, a great deal of their influence was through...
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...advisor since I’m not naturally talented at writing. While this may seem counter intuitive, I think it gives me an even greater edge over other applicants. Because I’ve struggled with my writing I understand how to help others who are also struggling with their writing. Writing the perfect paper, or finding the perfect word for a sentence is one of my favorite parts of writing an English paper since it doesn’t come naturally to me. I look forward to be able to help other people like me who may have struggled with their writing, and hope you consider me as a writing advisor. RKO Outta Nowhere!!! 10/19/15 English Paper The Power of the Pen Graham Greene, author of The Power and the Glory, expertly employs vivid imagery, allowing readers insight into The Priest’s ideas and ongoing mental conflicts. In a society slipping away from god, this novel still remains relevant and continually draws praise, but has never been adapted as a first rate film. This is presumably because the meaningful details Greene provides us with are what make this story a classic. Throughout the story vital details of The Priest’s mentality, self-struggle, and character development are provided, that would be inexpressible through film. Graham Greene tends to define The Priest’s character through his ideas, rather than through dialogue, while extremely effective in the novel, these thoughts would not translate well into a film. While in prison The Priest encounters a fellow inmate who considers herself...
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...countries. During the years 1515-1525 Wolsey’s power was undisputed, this was due to the fact that Henry VIII delegated more and more state business to Wolsey including near-complete control of England’s foreign policy. The extent of Wolsey’s success can be measured in several ways; these include the financial stability of the country, loyalty from England’s allies and respect for Wolsey (and Henry VIII) from English subjects and foreigners. Wolsey’s greatest achievement in creating a successful foreign policy was the Treaty of London, in 1518, which was known as a ‘universal’ treaty of peace, it united all of Christendom under Henry VIII’s sponsorship with a mutual non-aggressive pact that provided collective support and aid in the case of conflict. While doing this Wolsey also saw the opportunity to re-unite France and England by betrothing Henry VIII’s first daughter, Mary, to the dauphin (first son of the King), by doing this Wolsey also achieved Tournai for England again for 600,000 crowns. Bishop Fox described Wolsey’s maneuver with France as “The best deed that was ever done for England; and, next to the King, the praise is due to Wolsey”. Many people have questioned whether Wolsey’s foreign policy was actually his own policy or if Wolsey was simply a pawn for Henry to exploit and use to his every advantage, whereas some others say Wolsey was entirely in control of his correspondence and dealings with other countries and that Henry was not at all controlling Wolsey; I personally...
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