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Homer's Odyssey and Iliad, J.R.R Tolkien's Hobbit, and the Quest of Change

Date Submitted: 08/13/2004 07:31:18
Length: 10 pages (2654 words)
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Most comparisons derived from actual books, especially 'The Hero with a Thousand Faces.' The essay uses those three books and proves how a main character, who partakes on a quest, changes. The Quest: An Adventure of Change         A hero, usually the principle character of a story, is an individual of distinguished courage who is admired for their brave deeds. These characteristics and respected accomplishments are established in an adventure or a quest that they …

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…and from the elves, and also his dealing the Smaug the dragon. Bilbo truly learned everything about himself, he is no more aware of the outside world and of the skills that he possesses. Odysseus, not even wanting to fight as a warrior, proved to be a success. Odysseus realized his courage, care for others, and his dedication to his spouse and his kingdom which brought him home, along with the aid of the gods.                           

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