Villain
The archetype of Odysseus in the epic poem, The Odyssey, by Homer, should be rejected.
Odysseus’ treacherous life has transferred into American culture as a hero’s life. The hero’s life is worshipped and sought-after, but has many undesirable traits, such as pain, sadness (after their adventure), and killing. Supplementally, the desire is unattainable, and therefore should be rejected.
Odysseus’ archetype is resonated in modern times, including contemporary literature. Characters like Harry…
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