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In Book 9 of The Iliad, Odysseus and Ajax go to Achilles in order to try to spur him into battle. However, Achilles wants nothing of it. Instead he becomes rather morbid and says to his once brothers’ in arms: “One and the same lot for the man who hangs back and the man who battles hard. The same honor waits for the coward and the brave. They both go down to Death,...” (9:385-587) It is debated whether Achilles was actually contemplating on a rather melancholy truth of life, or if he was just…

King Louis XIV of France ruled for around seventy years as king and demonstrated his royalty well in the art that he chose to have made and constructed after his self-esteemed likeness. The painting of King Louis by Hyacinthe Rigaud demonstrates well how the king wished to be portrayed. King Louis is drenched over in a very large and flowing cloak with a rich blue and mixture, which was a very luxurious color back due to the origin of how the color had to be obtained from the grinding up of sea…

international fashion star. She is dynamic, inspiring woman and her influence on Australian fashion is remarkable.” Collette Dinnigan was the first Australian to launch a ‘ready-to-wear’ collection; she has been launching her exhibition in London and Paris. She has designed a variety of fashion products and has been worn by leaders of world fashion. She also achieved so many rewards for her outstanding creative and intellectual in the Australian Fashion Industry. In this essay, it will inform…

Paris is one of the most talked about cities in the word. If one is lucky enough to have visited this beautiful city, the reminiscence of the glowing lights will haunt the memory forever. This city stands its own, solid ground, in the literary world. Emerging in something of a myth, Paris, was a place where art was born. The power of this city spread like current through magazine articles and newspaper stories, rapidly making its way into the literary tradition. Soon the myth of Paris had become…

If I were fortunate enough to receive the scholarship that the “From a Different Perspective” organization, it would be an opportunity of a lifetime if I were able to embark France. If I were given this special opportunity, I would choose to embark Provence – Alpes – Côte d’Azur, a region in Southeastern France and formerly known as Provence. Provence is known for their beautiful field of lavender flower. I chose Provence for the geographical benefits of the regions such as being close to the…

III of the Iliad when Aphrodite makes Helen reunite with Paris after battle; Helen uses verbal agency. This means she does not use her actions but instead her words, to show Aphrodite that she does not want to be with Paris. She makes her own decision that she does not want to be with Paris and in that moment she has more power than Aphrodite. **Helen exclaims “Never set foot again on Mount Olympus, never!- suffer for Paris, protect Paris, for eternity… until he makes you his wedded wife- that…

Normandy, most associated with the historical tragedy of D-Day, and home of the ever-famous William the Conquer, one of the most brilliant warriors of all time, is a region encompassing the northwestern divisions of Orne, Calvados, and Manche. It is bounded by the regions of Haute-Normandie to the northeast, Centre to the southeast, Pays de la Loire to the south, and Brittany to the southwest. The northern and western shores of the region are guarded by the English Channel. Though known mostly…

Located in Paris, France, the Louvre houses some of the most treasured pieces of art ever created. From Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa to the famous Glass Pyramids by I.M. Pei, the Louvre is the world’s largest museum (at 652,300 square feet), with more than 35,000 pieces of art stored within its walls. However, the Louvre is much more than a museum. The Louvre itself is a piece of art. Built in the year 1190, the Louvre was designed to protect Paris from raids by other armies. The Louvre was…

The Statue of Liberty is one of the most famous landmarks known across the world. It is mainly acknowledged for it’s powerful, symbolic meaning of freedom and of course, liberty. Not only is it the distinctive color and grand physical features but, the very important history of this landmark that attracts tourists and people everywhere. The Statue of Liberty has and forever will stand as an iconic symbol of the United States of America and be recognized for its great impact on our nation.…

The Story of Eichenwalde There once was a place called Eichenwalde, a medieval German town that was located in the middle of a lush, green forest. The people of the town were joyful and happy. There was always an event going on somewhere. But the real highlight of the town was the castle. It was large and towering, with a grand arched gateway that was a few stories tall. But what many people didn’t know, was that was home to a force of knights called the Crusaders. They were valiant and brave,…