Odysseus: The Perfect Man? The Odyssey, an epic poem written by a blind poet named Homer, focuses on intelligent warrior Odysseus, who travels a ten year long journey to his home in Ithaca after fighting in the gruesome, decade long Trojan War. Odysseus faces unpredictable confrontations while trying to reunite with his wife Penelope and his son Telemachus, such as fighting a man eating cyclops. Throughout the irascible expedition home, Odysseus portrays the characteristics of confidence, intellect
the story of an ancient Greek named Odysseus. It tells the story of Odysseus’s journey back home to Ithaca from Troy after the Trojan wars. The journey took him twenty years. He and the men who followed him endured unbelievable hardships during that time. Odysseus’s intelligence allowed him to outwit many adversaries and overcome all sorts of obstacles that he and his men encountered. Odysseus is a hero because his intelligence, determination and perseverance are finally rewarded when he completes
Greek poem known as “The Odyssey.” Odysseus and his men are journeying their way towards their homeland, Ithaca, Greece after their ten-year long battle, famously known as the “Trojan War.” They endured many hardships trying to get back their hometown. The one hardship that stood out the most and has been repeated throughout English literature is the story of Odysseus and a cyclops, named Polyphemus, who is the son of Poseidon. The name of the painting above is “Odysseus and Polyphemus,” painted by a
Throughout the novel, The Oddysey, the main character, Odysseus is faced with many difficult leadership decisions. To me it seemed as though he had successfully overcome some very rough times. But one key thing I noticed was the love for his family as well as his fellow soldiers, and how strong his bond was with them. It amazes me to know that there existed people like that in this world. Another thing that I noticed was the copious amount of perseverance that he showed in the face of peril. No matter how
Characters Odysseus was a very brave and courageous. Odysseus’s actions showed his amazing bravery and boldness in the odyssey. Penelope was very discreet and faithful. Penelope was faithful odysseus and she kept her distance from the suitors Telemachus was very intelligent and fearless. For his age he acted very grown-up and smart with elders. Poseidon was very powerful and repulsive. He was very unforgiving to Odysseus and his crew. Polyphemus was very aggressive
Odysseus encounters certain experience that reflects the experiences of all veterans of war. He carries characteristics that affect his certain situations, as well as those around him. These traits are also known as his personal traits. Odysseus’ personal traits made him unique and made him the way that he is. Odysseus is a god that is full of perseverance, but can also be arrogant. He showed perseverance by saying "Dear friends, surely we are not unlearned in evils. This is no greater evil now
18:130). In The Odyssey, Homer details Odysseus’ arduous return to Ithaca. Ten years have passed since the battle of Troy, and Odysseus is presumed to be dead. Odysseus’ trip is delayed as a result of his various antagonists, including the God, Poseidon and the many mythical creatures he encounters along the way. The moment that Odysseus harmed Polyphemus, Poseidon’s son, the entire course of the novel was altered as an effect of Poseidon’s rage. Poseidon makes Odysseus’ journey home strenuous and challenging
Adventure, Bildungsroman, Historical From opinion, the 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
team has yet to have one victory, more than half the men are down for the count, and the high hopes everyone started with have officially been demolished. Odysseus is on his journey home from the Trojan War a hero when he faces numerous hardships that eventually keep him from his homeland of Ithaca for twenty years. When the despairing Odysseus is introduced he has lost his entire crew and is being held captive on Calypso’s island while the god Poseidon is working to be sure that he never returns
Undercover as a beggar, Odysseus tells Eumaeus a fictitiously concocted background story and creates a foil between the beggar and the Odysseus described in Odysseus’ story to the Phaeacians; consequently, the motif of Odysseus persevering to get home is highlighted along with the traits that help him return to Ithaca. Within Odysseus’ tale of the beggar as told to Eumaeus, many scenes are repeated from Odysseus’ narrative to King Alcinous.