The Knidian Aphrodites
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A 5 page paper discussing various perspectives from which Praxiteles' nude and her effects are studied. The ancient Greeks had a god or goddess for every reason, many of which were personified in statuary which was then located in the various temples built in honor of these forms of deity. Study of these sculptures as art generally are limited to description and historical influences on later works, but at least one author wonders why we do not simply appreciate the Knidian Aphrodite for the beauty that she is. One common feature of all studies of the Knidian Aphrodite is that it was then and remains the standard by which all views of female beauty is portrayed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSKnidAphr.wps

The Life of a Woman in Ancient Greece:
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This 7 page paper constructs the life of a character named Eleni, who is a young woman in ancient Greek society. This paper delves into all aspects of her life, illustrating how life in this time period would have been for such a young women. Issues addressed include marriage, food, dress, social activities, role of women, politics, etc. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSGrklif.rtf

The Nature of Dionysus
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This 4 page paper examines the Greek god through classic works. The paper supports the view that the nature of this character is contradictory and ambitious. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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The Nereids of the Swordbelt.
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(5 pp) What we will look at in this discussion is the importance of the Swordbelt of Pallas in the Aenid by Vergil to see if we can trace the mythic intent from the physical description of the swordbelt of Pallas found in The Doloneia: Pallas was wearing "distinctive armor, and a sword belt with 50 Danaids, who murdered their husbands on their wedding night." Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BBnereid.doc

The Odyssey and Aeneid
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A 5 page paper which discusses and defines the epic poems "The Odyssey" and "Aeneid." The paper discusses the nature of the heroes in each work as well. No additional sources cited.
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The Olive Tree's Symbolism in Homer's The Odyssey
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A 4 page paper that examines the symbolism of the olive tree in Homer's epic poem The Odyssey and discusses how this symbol represents rebirth and the renewal of life. This paper focuses on three critical points in the story that symbolize rebirth and renewal, noting and analyzing the presence of the olive tree in each. Bibliography lists 1 sources.
Filename: LCOlive.doc

The One: Odysseus and Athena
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Many have called the relationship between Athena and Odysseus in The Odyssey a mentoring relationship, particularly as Athena often takes the form of a character named Mentor, but their relationship has much more depth than mentoring. Theirs is a relationship that evolves from mistaken assumptions between two people, in this case, their roles in the battle of Troy, a role requiring the commitment of shared souls. Therefore, the relationship between Athena and Odysseus is a redemptive one borne of past grievances (storytelling focus). Athena’s need is to redeem the future, while Odysseus’s need is to redeem the past. Together, they fight to protect their present souls so that they can give birth to one soul containing the mortal and the immortal. Bibliography lists 3 sources. JVAthOdy.rtf
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The Origin & Development Of Roman Mythology
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In 5 pages, the author discusses how Roman mythology began and its purpose. Roman mythology is much like Greek mythology. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Romanmy.wps

THE PARTHENON AND THE PANTHEON: CHARACTERISTICS AND SYMBOLISM
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This 4-page paper examines The Pantheon (Rome) and the Parthenon (Greece) in terms of social, technological and political structures of their times. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MTparpan.rtf

The Stars' Names & Greek Mythological Origin
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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.
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The Status And Treatment Of Women In Greek & Roman Mythology
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5 pages in length. The status and treatment of women in Greek and Roman mythology proves to be not all that different from one another. Women, in general mythological terms, were primarily in existence to act as man’s servant, both menially and sexually. To go so far as to say their treatment was barbaric, particularly in Greek and Roman mythology, would not be making an extreme statement. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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THE WOMEN OF THE ODYSSEY
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This 5-page paper focuses on the role the women played in Homer's The Odyssey, and how their roles helped add to the story's adventures.
Filename: MTwomody.rtf

Two Heroes: One Mythic Journey (Odysseus and Achilles)
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(5 pp) What we will do in this discussion is see how two mythic heroes, Achilles and Odysseus compare to each other as they move through the mythic hero's journey. Annotated bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BBmythJy.doc

Two Heroes: One Mythic Journey. (Odysseus and Achilles)
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(5 pp) What we will do in this discussion is see how two mythic heroes, Achilles and Odysseus compare to each other as they move through the mythic hero's journey. Annotated bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BBmyhJyR.doc

Violence/Hercules & Gilgamesh
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A 10 page research paper that examines the Greek sagas featuring Herkules and the Mesopotamian epic hero Gilgamesh. The writer looks at how violence is portrayed in these epics. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khhergil.wps

Was Oedipus Guilty Given The Circumstances of His Life?
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This four page paper discusses whether or not the Greek mythological character Oedipus was guilty and responsible for the events that occurred in his life. This paper presents and defends the thesis that he was not because he was not aware that she was his mother when he did it and upon finding out gouged his own eyes out as self punishment thereby proving he knew it was wrong. Bibliography lists one source.
Filename: CWopediu.wps

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