Heroes And The Defiance Of Fate
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As tragic Heroes influenced by fate, Achilles and Oedipus both share a
fatal flaw that eventually leads to their demise, though there are also
numerous differences between their myths. No matter what these two heros
do, the choices and decisions that they make will lead to there downfall.
Even if ....
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.... goddess Thefis,
tells her son that he will die if he avenges the death of his dear frioend
and kills Hector. But Patrolelos is more than a dear friend. He is also a
reflection of Achilles glory and in an emotional sense a part of him. So in
every way, Patrolelos death is a direct blow to Achilles, and Achilles has
no choice, being the great warrior, but to seek revenge. His decision
guides fate, but at the same time, fate guides his decision. [ From one
point of view, we see that Achilles c ....
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