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Gligamesh
Title: Gligamesh
Category: Literature / English
Details: Words: 502 | Pages: 2.1 (approximately 235 words/page)
Gligamesh
Gilgamesh is an epic that has been passed down for thousands of years. The epic narrates the legendary deeds of the main character Gilgamesh. Gilgamesh is two-thirds immortal and one-third mortal; however, he cannot accept his fate that one day he too will die. The entire epic tells the story of Gilgamesh’s life and searche for immortality. Through his many trials and tribulations, Gilgamesh proves that he has great physical strength. However, throughout the …showed first 75 words of 502 total…
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…showed last 75 words of 502 total…any flaws, and the hero's attributes are unattainable by normal humans. However, because Gilgamesh does have imperfect characteristics, he seems more believable to the reader. The reader is able to relate to him and compare fears and sorrows. For instance, many people are scared of death or how they will die. Through this fear of dying, they can relate to Gilgamesh. Therefore, Gilgamesh's weaknesses add to the story and make Gilgamesh a more realistic character.
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