Space Odyssey series

Pushing Daisies and Hannibal are captivating, critically acclaimed shows that were cancelled too soon. These two shows were directed by Bryan Fuller, thus, Pushing Daisies and Hannibal have several similarities but they stand out on their own by the way they portray their themes. The similarities and differences can be seen within the characters, genres and how they illustrate death. In Pushing Daisies, Ned “the pie maker” has a unique ability that allows him to bring the dead back to life. His…

Throughout history heroes have had an enormous impact on their society’s culture and values. A hero’s actions and behaviors provide a model for others in the society. The captivating novel The Odyssey by Homer has an abundance of characters that emulate heroism, but none show the same valor as Odysseus’s son, Telemachus. In the novel we see him mature and develop many heroic attributes such as self-control, confidence, leadership, humility, and hospitality. He clearly follows in his great…

essential to living. In the Odyssey, an epic written by Homer, the author writes exquisite pieces of literature that have morals and lessons in each passage. Throughout the Odyssey, we run into many cases when characters show disrespect to gods, such as cursing their names. Many other cases happen when the character does not please the gods. The theme “Respect for the Gods is the essential to living” shows and teaches the necessities of living a good life. In the Odyssey, an example of the…

“hero”, they think of a person in a leotard and cape with unnatural super powers flying through a city. The hero is looking to aid helpless citizens from an evil villain. In reality there are many other characteristics to being a hero. During The Odyssey by Homer,Odysseus went to go sail to fight in the Trojan war with his men. On his way back home to Ithaca he encounters many problems that he must face to get back home.Odysseus saved many lives besides his own because of his characteristics.He…

Going to West Ithaca High School has taught me various things about the Greek Culture. The great hero, Odysseus, has also taught me many lessons through his example. The Odyssey teaches about hospitality, patience, and vengeance. Being welcoming and a good host is important to the Greeks. Everyone should be welcome whether they are a boy or a girl or familiar or a stranger. When Odysseus wasn’t welcomed by Antinous because he was a beggar was considered very rude. In Greece, not only should the…

Book 17 begins with Telemachus returning home to his mother and housekeeper. At this time Penelope also hears that Odysseus has finally returned to Ithaca. Even though Odysseus has, returned to his home almost no one knows it is him because he is disguised as a beggar. There is one one creature that recognizes him, which is his dog Argos. Argos was trained by Odysseus as a puppy, but when Odysseus left to go fight the Trojan war, Argos was taken in by another owner who often enjoyed taking him…

Within epic tales, an epic hero plays a very significant role. Traits of a typical epic hero consist of skill, strength, intelligence, and courage. Throughout the conflicts that Odysseus encountered in his adventures and his actions in response to them, it can definitely be said that he fulfilled all of the requirements for an epic hero. His poise aided him on his journey, and he demonstrated his ability to be an articulate speaker. Although his endless curiosity has caused dilemmas, his…

In Book Eight of the Odyssey, Homer uses similes that allow the reader to compare what a character is going through to something else. In this simile, Odysseus had been listening to the song describing one of his battles, and cries during remembrance. He is on the island of Phaikia and is feasting beside the king Alkinoos while a minstrel sings the song of the battle of Troy as Odysseus had requested. This compares his crying to the weeping of a woman who lost her husband and was enslaved to be…

Hi, I am one of the men that Odysseus, my captain picked. Picked for what? Well, he picked me to go see what the land of the Lotus- eaters would be like and who would live there. I am feeling proud of that since I was one of the only three men who got to go. We are setting off to see who lived on this Lotus- eaters island. Whoa, look, there are some men like us here. They don't seem harmful. Oh, thanks for the offering for the fruit, but I'll pass. Wait, no. Food! I felt like I haven't eaten…

In The Odyssey by Homer, Odysseus’ cleverness helps him more on his journey than his physical strength. On his voyage home from Troy to Ithaca, whenever Odysseus is in a predicament, he uses his mind to think of a clever plan to defeat his enemy. If it weren’t for his smarts, him and his men would have died long ago. Due to Odysseus’ strong mind and quick planning, his brain is a greater help to him than his brawn. When Odysseus meets the Cyclops, Prometheus, he uses his wits to escape. When…