... leader, whereas, Herodotus describes Leonidas as a great warrior and leader without making any reference to god-like characteristics. However, while the two writings differ in the characteristic description of both leaders, Achilles and Leonidas, Homer and Herodotus depict both leaders to be heroes and deserving of honor and glory. Here there are comparisons and contrasts to be found for Greek soldiers and leaders ... both are considered to be heroes in their stories, and are alike in that way, the poet differs in a more exaggerated tone to emphasize characteristics that go beyond just ...

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