![]() ![]() Early on in the first chapter Achilles is aware of the choice he will have to make between Nostos(Homecoming) or Kleos( glory/ fame). However Achilles knows of his looming death, by the way he says “With the pious resignation of the old man he will never become, he has accepted this” Pg9 and also when he Patroclus dies he says “Just a little longer Patroclus” Pg21, meaning he will be joining his companion soon enough. ![]() Even though Achilles is a great warrior, he is like all of us destined and fated to death, and will eventually turn to sand and be nothing but a memory. Throughout just the first chapter Achilles anonymity is revealed allowing the rest for the book to be understood. But silently, never permitting himself to betray others what he felt” Pg5. This quote refers to the crossing from the womb of his mum in the sea to the land with his father.Īlthough he has this stand out dual personality he is always incognito and stoical about his feelings. ![]()
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