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Ulysses

Hero from Greek mythology, referenced as an archetype.

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Also known as Ulysses

First appearance: i prejudices of philosophers

Ulysses shows up with force in IV: Apophthegms and Interludes. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Invoked in aphorism 96 as a model for how to part from life: 'blessing it rather than in love with it.'
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In IV: Apophthegms and Interludes: Invoked in aphorism 96 as a model for how to part from life: 'blessing it rather than in love with it.' Later, in 96: Presented as the model for how one should part from life, as he…

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  • European Cultural Pantheon
  • Philosophical Archetypes
  • Protagonist

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  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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