Single Combat in the Ancient World
Honor and Violence, Past and Present
alewenstein Ari Lewenstein Professor Birney Personal Honor Code The appeal of appearing honorable to society has not changed since the writing of The Iliad. Although the ways through which we acquire honor have changed, a fundamental desire to be seen as honorable has remained. The difference now comes in the cost and benefit analysis of honor, … Read more
Ari Lewenstein Professor Birney Personal Honor Code The appeal of appearing honorable to society has not changed since the writing of The Iliad. Although the ways through which we acquire honor have changed, a fundamental desire to be seen as honorable has remained. The difference now comes in the cost and benefit analysis of … Read more
In every society, the media is used to portray certain images and values to the viewing public. The values that are portrayed in the entertainment will naturally be reflected in the values of the culture itself. Thus the message contained in entertainment is not accidental, but rather is the result of specific thought and planning … Read more