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Heroism: 1. The Classical Hero

Rory Stewart: The Long History of...

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The Transformation of Heroism: From Classical Warriors to Christian Knights

This chapter examines the transition of heroic ideals from Greece's martial figures to Christian martyrs, highlighting figures like William Marshall. It further anticipates how the concepts of heroism will evolve through the Renaissance and the Industrial Revolution.

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