Contribution to Book
Mary Elizabeth Bowser: The Humble Hero
Heroes of Richmond: Four Centuries of Courage, Dignity, and Virtue
(2018)
Abstract
In this chapter, I will detail the heroic life of Mary Elizabeth Bowser. In doing
so, I will describe her life story and note the many ways that it parallels the
hero's journey as described by comparative mythologist Joseph Campbell
(1949). I will also discuss the central characteristics of Bowser that correspond
to the traits of a hero. Moreover, my goal is to delve into her heroic transformation,
noting the sources of her transformation and the many people who
helped her grow and evolve in significant ways. Finally, I will apply several
other theories and principles of heroism science with the goal of achieving a
better understanding of her heroic life.
Keywords
- Mary Elizabeth Bowser,
- humble hero,
- civil war hero
Disciplines
Publication Date
2018
Editor
Scott T. Allison
Publisher
Palsgrove
Citation Information
Morgan E Caron. "Mary Elizabeth Bowser: The Humble Hero" Heroes of Richmond: Four Centuries of Courage, Dignity, and Virtue (2018) Available at: http://works.bepress.com/scott_allison/67/