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Jocasta/Maternity in Oedipus Rex
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A 5 page essay that discusses the role of Jocasta in Oedipus Rex. The writer argues that Sophocles uses his characterization of Jocasta, Oedipus' wife/mother, to underscore the principal themes of the play. Jocasta is a powerful maternal figure in the saga, representing ancient Greek values that defined fealty to the family as one of the highest virtues. While Jocasta appears on stage in only a few scenes, her behavior underscores the depth of the sin committed not only by Oedipus, but also by his biological father Laius. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khjocrex.rtf

Jonson & Tacitus/Political Commentators
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A 7 page research paper that compares Ben Jonson's Sejanus His Fall (1603) to his source material, which is drawn from the Annals by the ancient Roman historian Tacitus. This discussion of both works demonstrates that Jonson was scrupulous in adhering to historical accuracy and also explores the possible reasons why Jonson would make historical accuracy a principal criteria for his work. The writer argues that Jonson adhered to Tacitus so minutely because it offered him a plausible defense in case of political prosecution, as well as offering a means for offering criticism of politics during his era. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khjontac.rtf

Justice as Seen by Plato and Aeschylus
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This is a 5 page paper discussing the issue of justice as found in Plato’s “Republic” and Aeschylus’ “Oresteia”. Through the ten volumes of the Republic, Plato argues about the issues of justice, virtue and happiness which are all linked within an individual and if an individual is just, he will also be happy and this will be reflected in others as well as himself. Aeschylus outlined a similar theme in Oresteia except for the fact that along with the individual’s pursuit of justice, they should also consider the effect justice (in a tribunal) would have on Athenian society and also fear the gods when determining justice. Aeschylus wrote his play approximately 100 years before Socrates and Plato were born and the power of the gods and the preservation of Athens were much more dominant in philosophical beliefs. When Socrates came along a century later and bestowed that “justice was a virtue” and Plato continued the argument in its relation to the functioning of the soul, then the fear of the gods was taken out of the argument of justice and remained a “phantom” in the background. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJOrest1.rtf

Justice in Plato's "Republic"
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A six page paper looking at this Socratic dialogue in terms of its analysis of justice. The paper breaks down Socrates' entire argument as presented in Book I, and shows how Plato used logical deduction to render an abstract argument in concrete terms. No additional sources.
Filename: KBplato4.wps

King Gilgamesh and Princess Medea
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A 4 page paper which compares and contrasts two famous literary regal protagonists. No additional sources are used.
Filename: TGgilmed.rtf

King Lear and Oedipus As Tragic Heroes
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A 5 page paper discussing Lear and Oedipus as tragic heroes, as defined by Aristotle. Cites characteristics of each figure, discussing each man's basic goodness and his sense of right and wrong and how each deals with violations of his own conscience. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Learo.wps

King Oedipus / Change Analyzed
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This 4 page research paper examines the changes which occur within King Oedipus of Thebes during the course of the Sophocles' play, Oedipus The King (or Oedipus Rex). Specifically discussed are his insecurity, his interpretation of nobility, and his growing paranoia which alienates him from nearly everyone who is close to him. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Oedrex.doc

Literary Consideration of Homer’s “The Odyssey”
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A 5 page paper which examines how this epic poem represents the importance of Western literature. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGodyssy.rtf

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