PPT-The Hero’s Journey The Structure of an Epic Tale

Epic a   long  poetic  composition usually centered upon  a hero in which a series of great obstacles and majestic achievements occur Myth a story that explains an unexplainable event. British Literature. Characteristics of an Epic. The hero is . of noble birth or high position. The hero’s . reflects the ideals of society. The hero . performs courageous deeds. The hero’s . actions determine the fate of many. The Odyssey . by Homer. PowerPoint by Erin Salona. The Traditional Epic. The Epic Hero is superhuman--braver and stronger than ordinary people. There is some all-knowing or wise person who helps the protagonist. In literature, an epic is a long narrative poem about an epic hero and the hero’s journey.. Characteristics of Epics. Physically impressive hero of national importance.. Huge setting involving much of the known world, and possibly the land of the dead.. Using the characteristics of an epic. Creative writing task. Epic Characteristics Review. What makes an epic an epic?. -Turn and talk with your partner.. •What are some examples of an epic?. Characteristics and Examples. Epic Hero. Tragic Hero. Antihero. Everyday Hero. What is a hero?. Discuss your views on what a “hero” is with your partner. . 1 minute. Are there different types of heroes?. 1 minute. A Hero’s Journey. (*traditional vs. New). Definition:. “A long narrative poem that tells the adventures of a hero whose actions help decide the fate of a nation or a group of people (characters).”. Traditional vs. new problem: nobody writes “long narrative poems” anymore… so does that mean there are no new epics? Of course not! But we do have to look at things a little differently.. The Odyssey. Journal (4-5 Sentences). What makes a hero? What are the qualities a hero must possess?. What is an Epic?. A long story in poem form.. An epic has a hero.. The epic is the story of the hero’s travels and his fights with monsters.. A Glossary of Literary Terms. Epic- . when a work meets at least the following criteria:. It is a long verse narrative on a serious subject. Told in a formal and elevated style. Centered on a heroic or quasi-divine figure on whose actions depends the fate of a tribe, a nation, or the human race.. Background info. The . Greeks believed completely in the existence of . gods and goddesses. ; . polytheism. Believed that gods took an . active interest in human life. Gods behaved in . human . ways. An . epic hero . is the central figure in a long narrative that reflects the values and heroic ideals of a particular society.. . Qualities of an Epic Hero. On a quest to accomplish something. Possesses superhuman or superior strength. 2012. The Epic, The Epic Hero, and . The Odyssey. The Epic. An epic is a long narrative poem that relates the great deeds of a larger-than-life hero who embodies the values of a particular . society.. Background info. The . Greeks believed completely in the existence of . gods and goddesses. ; . polytheism. Believed that gods took an . active interest in human life. Gods behaved in . human . ways. Archetypes. (Gk. . arche. = first . typos. = mold) are . universal, instinctive patterns or images. . from ancient myths and stories . that are originals (prototypes) for all similar patterns and images. 2012. The Epic, The Epic Hero, and . The Odyssey. The Epic. An epic is a long narrative poem that relates the great deeds of a larger-than-life hero who embodies the values of a particular . society..