1. The Epic of Gilgamesh and The Illiad
The Epic of Gilgamesh and the Iliad are both ancient works of literature centered around one major character that simultaneously plays the role of hero and anti-hero. ... The Epic of Gilgamesh begins by describing Gilgamesh as a man who travelled the world but found no man to be his match, as a man so blessed by the Gods he lorded over all men he led, their property and their wives (Epic of Gilgamesh Chapter 1). ... The last three chapters of the Epic of Gilgamesh sees a continuous recurrence of the concepts of fate and destiny. ... This can be seen in two distinct examples throughout the epic...
- Word Count: 986
- Approx Pages: 4
- Grade Level: Undergraduate