Mythology
Perseus
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Perseus, a demigod, is very ambitious. One reason is
due to the adventurous stories his mother tells him. On the island where he
lives, he sits around the fire while listening to the stories about battles
and even love stories. This makes him want to be the best. He is also a very
good athlete. For example, he is not only the fastest runner, swimmer, and
hunter, but is even the best fighter among the other boys. Another way
Perseus is such a striving man is when he sets out on his quest to kill
Medusa, a mortal Gorgon that has snakes for hair. He finds the Grey Sisters
who tell him where to find the Nymphs of the West. Once he gets the directions
from them through blackmail, he sets out. After reaching the Nymphs, he
convinces them to give him the weapons he needs to kill Medusa. Once he gains
all his needs, he finds Medusa and slays her. All these examples show how
Perseus always achieves his goals. |
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By Marcus,
June 2005 |
