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The Epic of Gilgamesh is one of the oldest pieces of literature that chronicles the journey of a young king of ancient Uruk, which was a city-state in Mesopotamia between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, and is presently known today as Iraq. In 2700 B.C.E., the ancient story “The Epic of Gilgamesh” was written in the Sumerian language (the earliest Mesopotamian language) on twelve clay tablets (Puchner33). Gilgamesh, who was created by the gods, was two-thirds god and one-third man. This…

Kelp, our one and only source of nutrition, is nearly gone. With the remaining resources we have, we’d only last a few more weeks. Along with our weak source of kelp, it has contracted an extreme disease that seems to be spreading rapidly. There are scientists that are working on a solution for the contracted virus, however, there seems to be no sign of a solution, nor no signs of obtaining an idea for the solution either. On top of this, it seems our water source has been rapidly decreasing…

out on a journey seeking more fame. Gilgamesh corrupts the man that was sent by the gods to humble him. In this case pride wins and breeds more pride. Gilgamesh and Enkidu take out on a journey to garner even more fame. They set out to the cedar forest and slay the giant Humbaba. Gilgamesh gets exactly the product he sets out for. He gets recognized by Ishtar, the goddess of love and warfare, but she also has a reputation that Gilgamesh does not desire. She is enraged and sends the Bull…

Imagine going on a journey and not knowing where to go or what to do. That person that went on the journey would be extremely confused and would not know how to handle themselves. They would have to ask for help and would need assistance in getting around to their final destination. If they did not know where they were going, they would be going on a pointless journey and would have to plan their journey out as they go. In another situation, imagine a person that has their plan mapped out and…

Story telling has been around for as long as man has, but there is a common pattern in stories that existed as far back as writing goes, and is still used to this day. Joseph Campbell created the structure of the monomyth, or the Hero’s Journey, to show that epics and myths all follow somewhat of a similar pattern. He designed this template to follow stories such as the Odyssey, Jesus and the New Testament, and classic myths. In fact, it turns out that this monomyth was a template for the oldest…

-dehydration, kidney stones -lists various regions of the great American desert -then gives us his favorite Ethos – How is it undermined? shares his own experience in the desert. Pg. 16 2nd para. And on. -forest ranger and fire look-out -Undermined by using old whores and sullen and hostile Indians on welfare p. 20 -Acts like he owns the place – where did he get the authority? -We get a sense that author and his friend are crazy -Trying to scare people…

The Epic of Gilgamesh was a changing story that had a changing image of its main character after it was first recorded in 2100 BCE in Mesopotamia. As time went on the language changed from Sumerian to Akkadian. The change of language brought new versions of the story which led to the image of Gilgamesh varying. In some he was known as being a great kind that had done many good deeds and in others according to abc-clio.com, "He is also described as abusing his powers and oppressing his people."…

Ethical issues, which, according to BusinessDictionary.com, "a problem or situation that requires a person or organization to choose between alternatives that must be evaluated as right (ethical) or wrong (unethical)," are seen in many works of literature. For example, in Louisa May Alcott 's Little Women, the main character, Jo, struggles with not knowing whether or not she wants to marry her best friend because she wants to focus on her future. Another example is from Victor Hugo 's Les…

RELEVANCE OF MAHABHARAT IN PRESENT TIMES Mahabharata, written by Maharishi Ved Vyas, is one of the two great epics of ancient India. It is one of the greatest stories ever told and is undoubtedly one of the most vast, vivid and detailed epics of the world. It is not a story, it is not a poem not even an epic but rather a philosophy about humans, the evolution of their thought process and the battles of their interests. The account holds true and relevant even in current times. It is said that…

In the beginning of Epic of Gilgamesh, the narrator introduces the main character Gilgamesh, who is the king of a sacred city called Uruk. His god-like qualities are tainted by his arrogant personality and conceitedness with the belief that he is the most powerful man to live. Gilgamesh constantly battles with the men of Uruk knowing that he will end up with the victory. In many works, we see many transitions in hero`s characteristics. Gilgamesh struggled to establish moral principles.…