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Homer (No, not The Simpsons)

June 28th, 2008 · No Comments · University

Homer
- bridged the dark ages and Archaic period
- part of a politically fragmented world, confusing and uncertain life, dependant on War-Lords for protection
- beginning of Greek’s travelling more, plying seas and trading abroad
- the Homeric Hero
o “doer of deeds” = strong, brave and skilled at fighting
o “speaker of words” = persuasive, get warriors to follow [...]

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