Hellespont

the beginning. Hero’s parents condemned her to a solitary existence within a tower, thwarting Leander’s marriage proposal; they certainly would not tolerate matrimony with a man from a foreign city. Reluctant to discontinue their affection, Leander devises a scheme: Each night, Hero fires up a light in her tower so Leander can see the way and swim to her across the Hellespont. Engulfed in ample bliss, even a storm cannot keep the two apart. Despite the strong winds and resilient current, Leander plunges into the seawater to visit his beloved once again. Alas, the winds smother Hero’s light, initiating the start of the end for Leander. Disoriented and incapable, the surf succeeds in swallowing Leander and Hero later that morning unearths his motionless body upon the rocks at the shore. Hero is so consumed by heartbreak that she flung herself from the tower into the Hellespont - reuniting the lovers only in death (Marlowe 1108-26). The idea of love is apparent within Marlowe’s interpretation of this Greek myth. Hero breaks her vow of chastity whilst Leander gambles his life each night by swimming through the Hellespont. However, this is 16th century love – overcome with both passion and misfortune. This love leads Leander to make the exceedingly debatable decision to swim within a storm and pushes Hero into despair via heartbreak. Where signs of the love of a man and woman are frequently discovered in Marlowe, they are rapidly repressed by misfortune (Hoy 1). Sonnet #98…

leaders of both sides, and also provide focal points for historians to further analyze with other sources and form more informed accounts. This paper will argue that in The Histories, Herodotus presents us with an image of a clever Greek in Themistocles, and an irrational, or at the very least unlucky, and impious Persian in Xerxes. This paper will also argue that their actions and personalities, as reflected in their depiction by Herodotus, directly influence key events namely the Battle of…

not a prize essay but a 'possession of lasting value' as stated by Evans (1968, 12). It's worthwhile to compare how Herodotus and other Ancient sources recalled the same events. Take for example Herodotus and Plutarchs accounts of Themistocles when Xerxes navy had been defeated and the Greeks held a council to decide what to do about the bridges at Hellespont. Herodotus' account is worded in a way that would give the impression that Themistocles was more devious then Plutarchs account.…

relations with other city states in order to maintain a stable society. Athens was financially stable because of its economy and its allies. Trade was essential in order for Greece to maintain its stable economy. One reason for trade being so successful in Athens was because a silver currency was used by all members of the Delian League. Having a single unit of currency made trade easier and it allowed for Atheneans to trade with other city states. With strategic planning, colonies were founded…

well. Athens had the strongest navy of their day, however, they were not the best on land. Athens’ naval fleet was the reason why they won many battles and lasted so long in the war. Unfortunately Sparta eventually took down Athens’ navy leaving them weak and vulnerable. Athens had suffered a long series of naval defeats up till this point. During this time, Sparta was able to gather and build its own naval fleet using the Persian’s money and wood. The final battle of the Peloponnesian war was…

Politics are a constant throughout history, and many times intersect with war. As seen in the movie, “The Battle of Troy” the war began over an area of land called Hellespont. Even though some believe that Zeus started the war, it is more likely they were fighting over an area of land they both wanted. In both ancient civilizations they both wanted land and power which therefore began the battle that lasted for 10 years. Because this war went on for so long, there wasn’t much progress between…

The Delian League was formed under the leadership of Athens, the main purpose of the member is to fight against the Persian Empire. I'm interested in this group member, which is formed by the diverse ethnic groups. According to ABOUT.COM, "In The Outbreak of the Peloponnesian War (1989), author historian Donald Kagan says the members included about 20 members from the Greek islands, 36 Ionian city-states, 35 from the Hellespont, 24 from around Caria, and 33 from around Thrace, making it…

and lasted in history for 1800 years. Alexander’s father invented the cross boat. The cross boat was used during the war and to hurt people to conquer the world. Alexander was called a hero because he freed them from the cruel Persian Rule. Alexander gave them more freedom from something the Egyptians thought was really mean and unfair. To conclude, Alexander is smart so he is our hero. Another Reason Alexander is good is his army was so strong Alexander was able to lead them into tough…

Convinced by members of his court and his brother-in-law, Xerxes started to plan revenge on the Greeks for his father’s defeat at Marathon. Since he wanted a full-scale invasion, preparations for the upcoming campaign took three years. As Xerxes prepared to march, his subjects finished bridging Hellespont. Before he could use the bridge, a great storm wrecked the bridge sending Xerxes into a rage. He ordered that the designers of the bridges be executed and that the Hellespont be given 300…

And when I saw in this picture I feel warm I feel happiness, feel comfortable with happy dog I think in this picture use orange tone or brown watercolor to paint it on paper. The Parting of Hero and Leander before 1837, this is my favorite image using watercolor to paint it also this painting was exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1837. The ancient Greek grammarian and poet Museums is most famous for his poem on the lovers Hero and Leander. Leander swam the Hellespont to join Hero. When he…