Penelope

Odysseus versus (Shrek the Movie Character) The Odyssey is a historical book, written by Homer, about a hero who was lost and he had to face many obstacles to make it back home. Shrek is an older movie, directed by Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson, which is about an Ogre who has to rescue a princess to get his swamp back. To be considered a hero, the character has to be charged with a quest, a presence of mythical beings, and a low point where the character nearly gives up. I think that Shrek…

Odysseus was the King of Ithaca and had a key role in the Trojan War as a hero. After the war he embarks on a ten year journey to return home where he finds new places and has a life full of adventure. He encounters the cannibalistic Laestrygonians and the Cyclopes leading to excitement and help from the prophet Tiresias and even meets his dead mother. The ten year journey leads to an interesting life and questions about life and purpose both are addressed in each poem, Ulysses and Ithaka. The…

In Homer’s The Odyssey, Odysseus is a celebrated king and hero who is tragically lost at sea for 20 years, tirelessly defeating every obstacle him and his crew stumble upon in attempt to get back home to his wife and son in his kingdom of Ithaca. Although Odysseus faces many temptations along his journey, he doesn’t stray from his goal to return home, by always keeping his family in mind. Despite being written centuries ago, this novel holds strong connections to modern day, and our education…

The story of Oedipus the King incorporates a variety of characters such as kings, servants, messengers, gods and supernatural creatures yet it lacks female characters. The only predominant woman in the story of Oedipus the king is Jokasta. What makes Jokasta special is that she is known to be Oedipus’ wife and mother. Jokasta‘s role in the story has a huge impact on Oedipus life because the destiny of Oedipus is biased on Jokasta’s position in the story. Many see Jokasta as a faithful marital…

A hero is an individual who is admired for his or hers brave acts or for their fine individual qualities. The Odyssey and The Epic of Gilgamesh’s main protagonists are heroes. However, one of the main characters falls short from being a true hero, making him unworthy of the title. The Epic of Gilgamesh begins with a long exaltation about Gilgamesh—the epic’s main protagonist—¬hero attributes. The author uses direct exposition describe Gilgamesh, as a hero and a godlike character. He does this…

As the ship sails to the Galapagos Islands, where Aubrey is sure the Acheron will want to prey on Britain's weakened ship, a visionary view of some sorts . The ship's doctor, Maturin, is interested in the isle for the strange creatures claimed to reside on the isles. Aubrey promises his friend that he will have several days to explore the islands and all its wonders . By keeping his word he promised to the doctor, Aubrey is exhibiting one or a number of the big five personality dimensions (Daft…

Odysseus was only supposed to be away for a few years. He was supposed to see his boy grow up and live a joyful life with his wife, Penelopeia. Then it was mandatory for him to go to war. The war lasted a solid 10 years, but then Odysseus still couldn’t return. He was forced away from his family on the voyage back to Ithaca. He had too many struggles on his way home, to get his family back. Even after nearly 20 years he still had to continue fighting for his family and their safety. One of the…

“Our lives turn as the days turn” can be translated differently. Some may perceive it as live life to the fullest, while others believe it to mean life is long just like the days in a year. However, for Odysseus he looks at his journey, and life in general, in a positive light. Throughout the Odyssey, the main character, Odysseus learns some valuable lessons while conquering obstacles during his treacherous voyage home. In this specific passage, Odysseus reflects on how he stayed positive…

Second reason, after nine days they left Ismarus, they went to a land called Lotus Eater, and Odysseus got curious about the mainlanders and “sent out two picked men and a runner” (Homer 200), and because he was coward and sacrificed them instead of going by himself his crew mates ate the Lotus, “but those who ate this honeyed plant, the Lotus, never cared to report, nor to return: they longed to stay forever, browsing on that native bloom, forgetful of their homeland” (Homer 205-210), and that…

Today is a happy day in the kingdom of Unniggon. Today is the 12th anniversary of King Ben's recognition into the throne. Ben was one of the best rulers in Uniggon history. King Ben today however wasn’t enjoying his recognition. He was leaving to go find a long lost friend, Fang. Nobody really knows why he was going to find Fang. He is just a mystery to the world. But anyways, Ben started his way in his journey to what people think is the impossible. Ben traveled for three hard months before…