change of office hours

My office hours on Monday will be from 9-10 instead of from 12-1. I am sorry for this inconvenience.

Best,
Stacey

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1) I can't find the William of Poitiers reading either.

2) I am not having office hours today.

In the Song of Roland, the author's portrayal of heroism is shown through the actions of Roland. Roland is a valiant warrior who stays behind with eleven of his other peers and twenty thousand franks to protect eh hold that the Franks have on Spain. Along with his fellow counts, he protects their share of Spain from the pagans. His heroic character is derived from the virtues of integrity, loyalty, and courage. The loyalty to his king shown in Roland's character can also be seen when Beowulf taithfully returns to his homeland to pay respect to his king after killing Grendel. Beowulf's courage that he had for the daunting talk of slaying Grendel can be compared to the predicament faced by the twelve counts left behind when they are heavily outnumbered by the pagan armies that attack the Franks.

Heroism is very similar in Beowulf and Song of Roland. In both instances, death in battle is glamorous. Both Roland and Beowulf took on challenges in which the odds were against them. And despite dying, the two are highly revered for their bravery. Roland was stupid for not calling for support. However, because he died in battle his fame grew. The one difference between the two portrayals of heroism seems to be the reward. In Song of Roland, there is an emphasis on religion. It’s the Christians versus the Muslims. Fittingly, Roland is granted eternal salvation. Meanwhile, Beowulf was granted fame.

The Song of Roland: What Makes a Hero

In The Song of Roland Heroism is largely similar to that of Beowulf. In Beowulf the lead character was famed for having the strongest grip and uses it in battle. Similarly. delivering devastating blows are often revered by soldiers and lead knights in The Song of Roland: "The Archbishop says: 'That was a strike worthy of a knight!'" (41). Ferocity in battle is clearly glorified as well as bravery in battle as we discussed in class. However, in The Song of Roland I see more of an emphasis on a knight also being cunning and wise. It isnt't enough for the knight to be bold in battle he must be brave as well. I would agree with the idea put forth in class that Oliver, combined with Roland would be te perfect knight. Also, there is another emphasis on wisdom and character when we look at Charles the Great. Marsiliun questions Ganelon about Charles repeatedly to which he continually responds that his lord is braver than any man, and more virtuos, and holds his men in such great esteem that he needs not fear anyone (180. Also, later in the story, I;m not sure where, Charles is described as wise enough to see through Ganelon's plan for ROland and curses him for it. So in this tale, differing form Beowuf, the hero is of strong stature and mind. He is reasonable and furious. One question I have that may help discussion is that while we see a downfall of a hero in both stories, what values are present in the time of the 11th century that make Roland's downfall in battle more tragic, and how did they differ from a world where almost everyone percieved Beowulf as having a glorious downfall.

ya i need help also
like i found the title page which is combined with the five books of the Histories by rodulfus Glaber
but i cant actually find the Life of St. William/deeds i guess
i found the pope urban speeches tho

help with William

Hey,
sorry for the extra post but I am having a lot of trouble finding the William of Poitiers readings. Could someone who knows where in the reader they are please give me what readings they're between or something? I've looked through the thing 2 or 3 times now. Thanks!
Julia