famous epic, The Odyssey centers on the exploits of Greek “hero” Odysseus as he journeys back home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. Though the Greeks may have deemed Odysseus a hero, he fails to achieve a true hero’s journey because he is unsuccessful in gaining wisdom; his actions remain a reflection of his egocentricity. Although Odysseus starts out as the Greeks’ hero by winning
most memorable part of The Odyssey by Homer is when Odysseus and his faithful men execute the daring escape from Polyphemus the Cyclops, son of Poseidon Earthshaker. In this section of the epic, Odysseus presents his cunning and daring character, showing ingenuity and athleticism as well. The thought put into the plan shows the intelligence Odysseus holds, for no man could ever think of such a brilliant plan. Also, it was found quite humorous how all the other cyclops do not question Polyphemus when