The Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkein is a fantisy novel that explores the message of steriotypes. Through characters such as dragons,elves,goblins and a hobbit Tolkein uses their similarities and differences to convay that people cant be defined by steriotypes.The novel uses the mystical journey of 13 dwarfs and a hobbit to show how people can change and defy steriotypes through their own experiences and adventures.The elemnt of setting created defined good and evil settlements, this allowed characters to have a journey where they could learn and develop. Three examples of deifing steriotypes are Biblo a young Hobbit who discovers his courage and defies his respectable timid nature, Thorin who was thought to be "king under the mountain" was united by …show more content…
Throught his travvels he learnt from role models and experiences. Firstly, as Bilbo and his expidition travelled torward erabore they ran into a misterious campfire, His expedition was very quickly cought as they travveled torward the campfire but still Bilbo remained. This was untill gandelf, a wizard appeared. He yelled in a great goblin voice and started an arguement about when the dwarfs should be roasted. From this arguement the sun slowly rose instantly tuning them to stone. From this experience Bilbo leanr that you can never underestimate the inteliigence, and the striotypes that say strength is everything are missleaading. Bilbo also learnt and developed through his own experiences, one of those moments was in the misty mountain. Biblo Baggins was assined as the Burgler at the begining of his expidition, his job was to simply find any weakness of the dragon as everything had to have a weakness.Then as Bilbo was creaping out into Smaugs layer he was smelt by the 'sleeping smaug' soon smaug told biblo that the dwarfs were untrustworth and began thinking this was an easy meal. Since smaug underestimated Bibo it allowed him to swiftly escape with his life. This specific moment taught Bilbo and readers that even though you may be stronger or superior to you opponent you must stay viggilant …show more content…
Throught Bards life he was a quiet, timid bargeman who shipped barrels to laketown. This was untill the dragon smaug was awoken. The brarrel rider (Biblo) has unleashed a wrath on leaktown who rides barrels down and up the stream, Biblo did find a weakspot on smaugs left breast using a thrush Bard was told about this before the great dragon smaug burnt the entire city too ash. During the last stand of laketown bard and a small group of archers stood at their posts, Bard knew this was his only change at revenge so he drew his large yew bow and fires on arrow, the black arrow at smaug. The arrow his smaug in hte hollow of his leaf breast instantly throuwing him into the water. This shows that even a dragon as strong and powerfull as smaug can be defeated if he is overconfident about his abilities. Throught the novel the elemnts of characted, setting and plot ilistrate a diverse story where the message and problem of sterioypes can be easly
In chapter 12 of “The Hobbit” Bilbo uses certain types of weapons or abilities to his advantage while talking to Smaug. Although he almost gets burnt to smithereens he uses the ring to help him slip away from the dragon. He also uses physical abilities like creeping around silently and effortlessly, he also uses his knowledge about dragons and riddles to help him communicate and cope with the dragon. In chapter 12 Bilbo uses the ring to his advantage by putting it on so he could steal the cup unnoticed by the dragon.
Even though this part of the hero’s journey was portrayed pretty similarly, there is still a bit of a difference. They both used their instincts, but Bilbo was influenced a bit by the dwarves. His Took side had shown while the dwarves were contemplating whether he was fit for the adventure or not. This made him want to prove himself to them. Instincts aren’t normally the cause of the call to adventure, but for some reason, these two very different novels are similar this way.
The story, Beowulf, whose author is unknown, is a timeless story full of lessons people of this day and age can use. Although the story was first told--then written down--thousands of years ago, there are several ideas we, as a civilization, claim to be modern. This reflection of ideas is especially present within the representation of the hero and outcast archetypes within the story. In Beowulf, one sees the hero character, Beowulf, and the outcast character, Grendel, behave in ways that fit their archetypes. However, one also sees a blending of characteristics within the archetypes.
Thorin Oakenshield should have a right to take his company on a journey for his ancestor’s claim. Throughout the entire journey, Thorin proves that he is a rightful leader. His family ancestry, skill, and his bravery prove that he has a right to his claim. Thorin comes from a family of Kings under the Mountain. There is his grandfather, Thror and his father, Thráin.
The epic Beowulf is written in Old English by an unknown author, and it is considered to be the oldest surviving long poem in Old English. Beowulf is about a hero, named Beowulf, who comes to the rescue of the Danes when their mead-hall is being attacked by a monster. He then enters a series of three great battles that change his life. The last battle is the most significant battle that Beowulf faces because it shows how much he has grown as a man from his first battle. Without Beowulf’s final battle, the epic Beowulf would not have the valuable lesson that it is able to teach us today.
“Don’t be afraid to change. You may lose something good but you may gain something better.” In the Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien presents an unlikely hero, a hobbit named Bilbo Baggins. Another important character in the novel is Gandalf, a wizard and an old family friend, forces Bilbo to come out of his comfort zone onto a journey to recover the dwarves name and gold from the evil dragon, Smaug. Bilbo fulfills the archetypal hero’s journey by starting of an in ordinary world ,facing Ordeal, Death, and Rebirth, and The Road Back while illustrating the theme of innovation.
Instead, he uses the ring, obtained during his conflict with Gollum, to enter Smaug's lair within the mountain and attempts to avoid the dragon completely: “‘Old Smaug is weary and asleep,’ he thought. ‘He can’t see me and he won’t hear me’” (169). Bilbo soon realises that Smaug could undoubtedly sense him when Smaug speaks to him: “‘Well, thief! I smell you and I feel your air. I hear your breath.
Bilbo's helplessness is demonstrated when the dwarves see the light in the distance where the trolls are and instead of Bilbo going back to tell the dwarves what he sees, he decides to try and pick-pocket the trolls. After hearing all this Bilbo ought to have done something at once. Either he should have gone back quietly and warned his friends that there were three fair-sized trolls at hand in a nasty mood, quite likely to try toasted dwarf, or even pony, for a change; or else he should have done a bit of quick burglary. A really first-class and legendary burglar would at this point picked the trolls' pockets - it is nearly always worthwhile, if you can manage it.
1. Introduction J.R.R. Tolkien is one of the world's most famous authors. His book trilogy The Lord of the Rings is one of the most read books of all time and it is said to be the foundation of the Fantasy genre. 1:1 Aim The aim of this essay is to analyze whether or not the story of The Lord of the Rings and its setting Middle-earth can be connected to Tolkien's own private life, how his experiences may reflect upon the events and environments he describes in his storytelling, and what hidden meanings can be found in the books.
Along the way, they overcome many obstacles that threaten their lives and put their trust for one another to the test. Bilbo learns that there is more to him than he realizes and through hard work and dedication, he can accomplish almost anything. Overcoming these problems and learning more about himself helped Bilbo change from an ordinary, self-doubting hobbit into a clever, courage-filled, loyal hero. In the beginning, Bilbo has no desire to go on an adventure of any kind, but he quickly learns about the cleverness he obtains when he is forced to make quick decisions.
The journey that Bilbo endures transforms him into a hero. Bilbo encounters many tests and trials throughout the story which reveal character. These courageous actions display the heroic character of Bilbo. Throughout The Hobbit, Bilbo displays the universal message that anyone can develop into a hero. Even the smallest and seemingly weakest creatures and people can become as great as Bilbo.
Also noticed near the end of the eye catching book, “Now I wonder what has happened?” he said to himself. “At any rate I am not yet one of the fallen heroes; but I suppose there is still enough time for that” (Tolkien, The Hobbit, 310)! He appraised himself as a hero who had not yet given up. Bilbo’s hope could move mountains, just alike to any other hero’s faith.
Flaws by Contrast Comparisons and contrasts play a huge role in literary works, especially between characters. Not only do they show similarities and differences between various characters, but they also bring out specific qualities that make a character unique and help guide the readers towards a common conclusion. In the popular Anglo-Saxon epic poem Beowulf, the protagonist and hero, Beowulf, is emphasized for his extraordinary greatness. Throughout his story, he, as an advocate of good, encounters many opposing forces in the form of other characters. In a society where heroism and bravery are honored as essential aspects of culture, the contrasting values of these characters, or foils, help define Beowulf as the model hero.
In the unknown author’s poem, “Beowulf” , the author outlines the basic ideas of the human condition by using the Archetypal theory to show how Beowulf achieved greatness. The author uses an Archetypal approach to help outline the basic ideas of “Beowulf”,such as using archetypal characters, images and situations to help explain the story. “Beowulf” is a prime example of good writing using the archetypal theory to help explain the characters and the situations those characters get involved with. In the poem “Beowulf”, archetypal characters play a big part in setting up the main plot and ideas.
In the Anglo-Saxon period, in which the epic poem Beowulf is set, the society’s values and cultural beliefs are reflected in each action and thought. The implication that you can infer from this poem is that the community deeply values characteristics such as bravery, honor, sense of duty and loyalty. Throughout the poem, full of valiant knights, honorable kings, and fierce feuds, we derive the definitions of an idealistic 6th-century society of Scandinavia. In the literary text known as Beowulf, we unlock many of the historical ideals regarding values and beliefs of the time frame and location.