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Epic Hero Journey Essay

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ONLY A TEACHABLE HEART

VIVIENNE J. WARNER
CHALLENGE ENGLISH
MRS. PEARSON
MAY 18TH, 2016
As the creator of the 25 epic hero steps, Joseph Campbell said: “We must let go of the life we have planned to accept the one that is waiting for us” because every epic hero must put aside his own plans for his life to accept the one that was meant for him. In order to maintain the title of an epic hero, a champion must complete the hero's journey steps. The words from Joseph Campbell describe the journey of our once comfortable hobbit, Samwise Gamgee’s transition to becoming an epic hero in The Lord of the Rings as a epic hero must be willing to step out of something they are traditionally comfortable with. Along next to the mighty Odysseus …show more content…

The character Samwise Gamgee from The Lord of the Rings had a rough beginning to his hero journey as he was ripped violently out of Frodo's shrub by the wise and strong wizard ,Gandalf, after then being ordered to accompany Frodo Baggins in the quest of the mighty ring. Samwise was always a quaint hobbit, one who loved the quiet and comfort of his home in The Shire. But adventure gave him a rude awakening and pushed him into a well-worthwhile adventure. Sam was ordered by Gandalf to not lose track of Frodo and “he doesn't intend to” even as their journey and their friendship are forced to take rocky paths and desperate measures to get to the final goal of the destruction of the ring (Tolkien). An epic hero's journey begins when they feel or hear a calling to begin their noble adventure, as demonstrated by Samwise Gamgee who musters the courage to take up the promise of caring for a …show more content…

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