"Pitying Her as a Woman Weak by Nature": Excerpts of Women in 'Digenes Akrites'

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Autori principali: Nehal Thapliyal, Dr Divya Gupta
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contents <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Abstract:</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> This paper aims to analyse the archetypal representation of the Damsel in Distress and the Medieval hero in the epic poem Digenes Akrites. By delving into the characteristics and roles of these archetypes within the poem's context, the paper seeks to uncover their significance and portrayal in medieval literature. The paper aims to illuminate the timeless appeal and enduring relevance of these archetypal characters, engaging the reader through a close analysis of key scenes and interactions involving the Damsel in Distress and the heroic figure of Digenes Akrites. Furthermore, the paper endeavours to shed light on the broader implications of their representations in relation to themes of valour, honour, and love prevalent in medieval literature.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Keywords: </span></strong><span lang="DE">Digenes Akrites, Archetypal Criticism, Byzantine Literature, Damsel in Distress, Medieval Hero.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Title:</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> “Pitying Her as a Woman Weak by Nature”: Excerpts of Women in ‘Digenes Akrites’</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Author:</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> Nehal Thapliyal, Dr Divya Gupta</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">International Journal of Novel Research in Humanity and Social Sciences</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">ISSN 2394-9694</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Vol. 12, Issue 4, </span><span lang="EN-US">July</span></strong><strong><span lang="EN-US"> 2025 - August 2025</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Page No: 6-12</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Novelty Journals</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Website: www.noveltyjournals.com</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Published Date: 26-August-2025</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">DOI: <a href="https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16948333">https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16948333</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Paper Download Link (Source)</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US"><a href="https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Pitying%20Her%20as%20a%20Woman%20Weak-26082025-4.pdf">https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Pitying%20Her%20as%20a%20Woman%20Weak-26082025-4.pdf</a></span></strong></p>
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spellingShingle "Pitying Her as a Woman Weak by Nature": Excerpts of Women in 'Digenes Akrites'
Nehal Thapliyal
Dr Divya Gupta
Digenes Akrites
Archetypal Criticism
Byzantine Literature
Damsel in Distress
Medieval Hero
<p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Abstract:</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> This paper aims to analyse the archetypal representation of the Damsel in Distress and the Medieval hero in the epic poem Digenes Akrites. By delving into the characteristics and roles of these archetypes within the poem's context, the paper seeks to uncover their significance and portrayal in medieval literature. The paper aims to illuminate the timeless appeal and enduring relevance of these archetypal characters, engaging the reader through a close analysis of key scenes and interactions involving the Damsel in Distress and the heroic figure of Digenes Akrites. Furthermore, the paper endeavours to shed light on the broader implications of their representations in relation to themes of valour, honour, and love prevalent in medieval literature.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Keywords: </span></strong><span lang="DE">Digenes Akrites, Archetypal Criticism, Byzantine Literature, Damsel in Distress, Medieval Hero.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Title:</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> “Pitying Her as a Woman Weak by Nature”: Excerpts of Women in ‘Digenes Akrites’</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Author:</span></strong><span lang="EN-US"> Nehal Thapliyal, Dr Divya Gupta</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">International Journal of Novel Research in Humanity and Social Sciences</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">ISSN 2394-9694</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Vol. 12, Issue 4, </span><span lang="EN-US">July</span></strong><strong><span lang="EN-US"> 2025 - August 2025</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Page No: 6-12</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Novelty Journals</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Website: www.noveltyjournals.com</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Published Date: 26-August-2025</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">DOI: <a href="https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16948333">https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16948333</a></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US">Paper Download Link (Source)</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span lang="EN-US"><a href="https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Pitying%20Her%20as%20a%20Woman%20Weak-26082025-4.pdf">https://www.noveltyjournals.com/upload/paper/Pitying%20Her%20as%20a%20Woman%20Weak-26082025-4.pdf</a></span></strong></p>
title "Pitying Her as a Woman Weak by Nature": Excerpts of Women in 'Digenes Akrites'
topic Digenes Akrites
Archetypal Criticism
Byzantine Literature
Damsel in Distress
Medieval Hero
url https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16948333