This is really good; you have alot of great literary references that apply to your essay. My only comment to make here is about the point you are trying to make. Of course all humans die. That information would only be new to a toddler. I was enjoying the essay until that last sentence. I am positive that, using the literary references you have, you can come up with a deeper meaning, maybe something having to do with motives, which you go into. As it is, it's a good essay, but I think, in terms of purpose, it could be better. I hope this is helpful. I'm no writer.