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The Jason Legend: The Greek Hero

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Though they may appear inconsequential, myths actually can encapsulate aspects of society quite accurately. For instance, in The Jason Legend, the protagonist, with his epic climax yet a lackluster end, clearly exemplified someone who achieved a single feat of high recognition which they would never recreate again; a recurring aspect of our modern society. The Jason Legend, focused on the Greek hero, Jason. Jason perilously retrieved the Golden Fleece and regained his place on the throne. However, though he was successful and was righteously honoured, further issues led to his exile which left the remainder of his life in misery. The quote ”Jason, whose kingship had been so short lived, was doomed to spend his waning years wandering, a lonely
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