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    How The Odyssey Changed

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    The Odyssey was an epic of Odysseus written by Homer. It was an epic mythology that was published around 700 BC. The Odyssey was a very long poem cropped on a single subject. The movie emphasized the journey of Odysseus from Troy to Ithaca that took ten years, as long as how the Trojan War lasted. An extraordinary story of Odysseus was capsulated with his antagonists, including those mythical creatures he had met on his way home. Odysseus, being brave and strong was such a clever and faithful…

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    Odysseus in disguise as a poor beggar meets with Eumaeus a swine herder when he reaches Ithaca. Eumaeus shows a great deal of affection towards a person that isn't even his child but, why is this so? This swine herder on Ithaca has been a part of Telemachus life since he was born. Arguably, Eumaeus is the most loyal person in Ithaca towards his king's family. He helped to raise Telemachus and has seen him grow while Odysseus was gone. Telemachus, in a way acted as a father figure that he could…

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    Odysseus and his men arrive at Aeolus’ home, where they're greeted with hospitality, and kept there for a month. Aeolus, being the master or winds, presents Odysseus with a bag of winds. Aeolus guide Odysseus and his men a guide home. After ten days, Ithaca is clearly visible on the coastline, but, Odysseus’ men take hold of the bag of wind thinking it's a stash of gold and silver. They tear the bag open with ease, but the winds escape causing a storm to occur. The storm pushes Odysseus’ boat…

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    An epic poem about a man of twists and turns, Odysseus, the greatest hero in Ithaca who is known for his muscle and bravery. His son, Telemachus, a curious boy wanting to find his father, starts his journey across the seas of Greece. In the epic poem, The Odyssey, by Homer, the reader can believe two sides of the poem, realistic or nonrealistic. In Ithaca, where Telemachus lives, there are gender roles. Comparing men and women in situations can be very different on what they are, such as;…

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    Lastly, the Greek mythological stories The Odyssey by Homer is a great example of “The Keys” and the cosmogonic cycle as a whole. Odysseus, the protagonist in this story, leaves the island of Ithaca to fight in the Trojan War. Ten years after, the ten-year war ends. Odysseus is still residing in the city of Troy, trying to find a way home. Athena, the goddess of reason, art, literature, and intellect activity[1] is Odysseus’s helper and protector. She brings him the news of suiters trying to…

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    that we honor guests into our home. I bring the food out to the suitors and I see Telemachus, the prince of Ithaca, along with a beggar. He has returned from his voyage to look for his father. I had treated that boy like my own son since the day he was born which was the same day Odysseus had left off to go fight in Troy. He has yet to return and had taken a toll on many of the people of Ithaca, especially Queen Penelope. I set down the food and leave back…

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    epic, “The Odyssey”, is a heroic tale that tells the story of a hero by the name of Odysseus and his journey to get back to his homeland of Ithaca and his family he left there. Odysseus, throughout the story shows the true trait of an epic hero. Although he isn't the perfect person he shows loyalty, compassion, and determination throughout his journey to Ithaca. Amongst many other things these traits show the heroism of Odysseus during his journey. Odysseus shows loyalty to his men, his…

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    Hero In The Odyssey

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    The idea of a hero is based upon one’s point of view. A hero is admired and idolized for their courage. Odysseus is a cunning king, a loyal crew captain, and he is dedicated to go back to Ithaca. In the epic poem The Odyssey by Homer. Odysseus is the king of Ithaca, who spent 10 years helping his close friend Menelaus in the Trojan war. After that passed Odysseus had to venture home with his hearty shipmates, which lasted almost another 10 years just to reach home. Odysseus who was already…

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    Part 1: Odysseus Ordinary world: The Odyssey begins in Ithaca, King Odysseus’ home where he lives with his wife Penelope and newborn son Telemachus. Call to Adventure: Odysseus’ call to adventure begins with the Trojan War. When the Trojans attack the Greeks, Odysseus must travel to Troy to lead the armies in battle. Refusal of the call: Odysseus reacts pessimistically and has to make sure it is not a trick, but he answers the call! He is also hesitant since his first son Telemachus was just…

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    Odysseus is the king of Ithaca the son of Laertes. He was protected by Athena goddess of wisdom. Odysseus married Helen's cousin of Penelope and they have a son Thelemachus. Odysseus want to join the Greek army against Troy. They tell Odysseus If he will not return to his island a long time. Everyone tell them to don't go he don't care a he decide to go and join the army. During the Trojan war Odysseus played an important part. After the Trojan war Odysseus set off for Ithaca which turned…

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