Hero Archetype

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Heros are vital to the existence of our human existence. Although some attempt to contest this statement there are limitless resources that support this argument. Not only is there supernatural representation within adult literature; it is coeval in children's television and books as well. Take for instance Sesame Street, ingrained within the show itself is Super Grover. A character that through maneuvering about the campus singlehandedly amending little problems the charachters are having throughout the show. In mainstream media the superhero archetype runs rampant; whether it is through the Marvel or D.C. comic book franchises or, If heroes are exhibited through everyday people such as mothers and fathers. Equally as important stands

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