hero essay
Choose a character from one of the fictional texts you have read in the course (also listed below) to demonstrate characteristics that make the perfect hero. If choosing an elegiac poem such as “The Seafarer” consider how the theme of heroism could be represented in the poem. Describe the character traits of the specific character of the text, providing specific examples that show this character as a perfect hero. Ensure that you provide citations from the text or any source used for your analysis. Be sure to use a formal and academic tone; avoid use of personal pronouns such as I, me, we, and my.
Writing No’s /Using Personal Pronouns
Some Fictional Texts Read in the Course
The Seafarer
The Wanderer
The Wife’s Lament
Beowulf
Sir Gawain and the Green Knight
Macbeth ; rest of Macbeth
Essay Requirements
Your essay should contain at least three (3) paragraphs with introduction, body, and conclusion. Each paragraph should contain at least five (5) full sentences. Pay attention to grammar, style, and organization / flow of ideas for your discussion.
Textual Evidence / Citations
Be sure to document any texts or sources used by providing citations in APA format.