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A host of heroes - April Gudenrath

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What can some of literature’s most famous heroes teach us? From the epic hero (like Beowulf) to the tragic hero (like Oedipus), each has something distinctive to share. April Gudenrath describes the many faces of the fictional hero -- and shows how they can inspire everyday people.

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Meet The Creators

Educator
April Gudenrath
Director
Candy Kugel
Producer
Marilyn Kraemer
Animator
Rick Broas
Narrator
April Gudenrath

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