... in history. The Odyssey of Homer, perhaps one of the greatest epic poems of all time, portrays Odysseus" journey home. Odysseus, a former war hero, is regarded as the epitome of a Homeric leader. His courage and physical strength set him apart from others in his time. However, it's not his physical attributes that acquire the most praise but rather his cleverness. Odysseus ... true to his heroic traits and decides to decline Calypso's offer and return home to his wife. Though Odysseus" wit and loyalty is heavily emphasized throughout this poem, what would a Homeric hero be without the a...

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... of Homer's epic tale, The Odyssey. This legendary figure displays excessive amounts of brains and muscle, seeming almost superhuman at times. He embodies the ideals Homeric Greeks aspired to: manly valor, loyalty, piety, and intelligence. The popularity of Odysseus transcends time. To this day he remains greatly admired as both ... high level of intelligence, a major qualifying characteristic of his hero status. Some would describe him as, "a man whose mind was as wise as the gods..." (150). Odysseus suffered for many long years on land and sea, yet was wise enough to overcome everything ...

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