ENG102 Lecture 3: Exam Study .docx
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In the year 1066 england was once more invaded and conquered by a germanic people. One of the results of the norman conquest was that the structure and vocabulary of the english language changed. 4 modes of criticism: mimetic: focused on the relationship between the outside world and the work of art. Aka saves the group: treats the past as myth not history, moral authority - all epics agree that a violation of honor must be requited and revenge for a slain friend, dishonored spouse, or wronged family member undertaken . Sept. 16) read gilgamesh, prologue to book v (i. e. pages 69-129). http://heroicjourney gilgamesh. wikispaces. com/steps+of+gilgamesh"s+journey. What is the role of the hero in epic narrative: the hero usually makes a succession of formal boasts or promises and then fulfills his promises. In quest narratives, every hero must have a nemesis, an antagonist who impedes his progress and thwarts his ambitions. Often several nemesis, growing stronger throughout but so is the hero.
