Some traits that Odysseus displays are strength, courage, selflessness, and many more. In my analysis of this humble fellow, I will give two examples of Odysseus, a modern day hero that relates to Odysseus. In the Odyssey, Odysseus is the hero, he is the hero because he saves his crew many times along with defeating the suitors that dared to steal his wife from him. Odysseus’s actions in the Cyclopes and Thelotus eaters demonstrate that he his dedicated and brave which are traits he has in common…
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Odysseus, who is often described as the master of craftiness, was a brave king of Ithaca who struggled through adversity to return home after a bloody war. He lives up to his legendary epithet through his cunning acts in times of peril. He is able to use his resources to his advantage and lead him and his crew back to their homeland of great Ithaca. He does this all while utilizing his brain and steely courage, not just sheer brawn. Odysseus displays great chicanery throughout his encounters with…
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one of the many literal master pieces of ancient Greek mythology written by Homer. This work is centered on one man, Odysseus. Odysseus had the defining character traits of any hero or protagonist in a story; strength, courage, agility and his most distinguishable character was his wit and quick thinking. Although this epic doesn’t have a precise antagonist, it is evident that Odysseus was his own antagonist. He was the main problem in his delay for returning to his homeland, Ithaka. Specific examples…
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Odysseus: A Smart and Mostly Loyal Husband The story of Odysseus is a story of home-coming after a successful war against the Trojans. He was hailed as one of the heroes of the Trojan War, but had yet to come home because of his imprisonment by the hands of a goddess. As he traveled back to his home of Ithaca, we see him grow into a better person following his mistakes. As Odysseus is only human, he makes mistakes, but with his cunning, he can maneuver his way out of difficult situations, and with…
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Characteristics and aspects of storytelling need to be boasted and exaggerated to draw in the audience and keep them interested. Story needs to be unique to retain the audience interest Odysseus is a clever hero but lets his human emotions get the best of him as seen when he tells the Cyclops that he is nobody. As a storyteller, Odysseus cannot help but give into his natural instincts and boast of his accomplishments. He is a performer which is why he must constantly remind his audience of his greatness. Odysseus’s…
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Odysseus/Ali Essay Overview OUTLINE These are two possible outlines for the essay about the Odyssey. Here they are. You may deviate from these outlines; however, you must get approval first. Outline 1 (Passage Analysis) 1 - Introduction - Heroes then and now with quoted Odyssey passage 2 - Summary/Character Analysis of Odysseus based on passage 3 - How does this tie to heroics? 4 - How does it relate to today (specifically Ali) 5 - Conclusion Outline 2 (Character Analysis of Odysseus or…
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The Odyssey vs. The Aeneid: Character Analysis The Odyssey and Aeneid are two of the greatest epic poems from Greece and Rome respectively. These stories revolve around the journeys of heroes Odysseus and Aeneas, who are confronted with many obstacles along the way. As these men struggle to achieve their goals, intervention from various deities causes even more complications. Although these stories originate from different cultures, they share a common plot. These cultures exemplify their most…
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Odyssey, or the solution to a puzzle in Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close. Both brilliantly written texts focus on the main characters’ journey to fulfill their desires, and, specifically in these cases, more likely to achieve emotional rest---describe. Written by the ancient Greek writer, or poet, Homer, The Odyssey is a rather objective description of the events Odysseus goes through. The emotional aspects of conflicts and struggles are directly delivered through the actions and words shown, instead…
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The growth of Telemachus is evident in his gaining of authority over the suitors while his father Odysseus is in his long journey toward home to Ithaca. With Odysseus gone, someone must take his place in the meantime in order to have some control over the chaos surrounding his home, a chaos that centers on Odysseus' wife who must decide whether to remarry or hold onto the hope that her husband is still alive, and who better to do so than his son Telemachus. However, as Alex Gottesman writes in his…
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Odysseus’ Leadership Qualities Homer recites the journey of Odysseus attempting to return home, to Ithaca, after being in Troy in an epic named the The Odyssey. Greek gods are extremely impactful in the voyage of his crew and himself. Without challenges, leadership skills are not able to be identified as clearly. Not all the gods cause challenges for Odysseus to encounter yet some do. Athena, god of wisdom, is a mentor for Odysseus throughout the challenges the other gods put him in. For example…
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