Strolling along the sidewalk adjacent to the the grand building, I nonchalantly trotted up and down the street, as the sunshine gradually enveloped the city. Soon arriving at a petit coffee shop, I sat, resting my elbow against the table, captured by the lively rhythms of the jazz music encompassing the atmosphere. As I sipped my steaming cup of coffee, I began to enter nothing short of a visionary daydream, only to soon be removed. Hearing the sound of a distinct, yet familiar laugh, I glanced across the room, where I found my friends, chattering away. Upon hearing the mention of my name, I began to eavesdrop on the conversation. Appalled, I soon discovered that their conversation was composed of nothing but negative remarks, regarding me. …show more content…
Upon Jason and Medea’s encounter, Medea attempts to manipulate Jason, though communicating her grievances in an impassioned manner. Medea implores, “All this I have done for you and yet you have betrayed me, you unfeeling monster…”Ah, my poor hand, that you many times would take in yours, my poor knees so earnestly clasped in entirety, and all, all for this, you man of stone! My hopes are dashed” (Euripides 488 - 499). Seeking to cause Jason’s self - condemnation, Medea intentionally exaggerates her significance, in an attempt to emphasize the gravity of the situation. Unable to recognize Jason’s humanity, Medea’s description of “unfeeling monster” reveals his dominance in the relationship, as Medea dramifies Jason’s presence, viewing herself as subordinate. Rather than create a formidable aura, Medea softens her emotional strength, in order to magnify her weakness. While Medea utilizes emotional appeal, she connects her mental and physical trauma through diction, such as “Ah my poor hand”, dramatizing her situation, into one of despair. In an endeavor to elicit Jason’s sympathy, Medea illustrates her relationship with Jason, as one of sacrifice, asserting his responsibility for her actions. “And for all this, you man of stone” divulges Medea’s disregard for Jason, as she deems him unworthy. Through “My hopes …show more content…
After Jason offers to assist Medea upon her exile, Medea recalls her participation in violent acts for the benefit of Jason, asserting that it lead to her misfortune. Euripides writes,“My questions will expose more clearly your lack of principle. Where am I to turn now?...to Pelias’ wretched daughters...No, this is how things stand: my own family at home have now cause to hate me, while to please you, I have become hated by the very people who should have had kindness from me” (503 - 508). Convinced that Jason’s betrayal is unjustifiable, Medea evaluates his morality, based on her current condition. Additionally, Medea’s statement “Where am I to turn now,” reveals her inability to live independently, as she remains dependent on