... and lack of dedication to his family is further shown when he talks about his son Telemachus. He missed the maturation of his son while he was away on his journeys, so it could be expected for him to dedicate some time to him now. Ulysses, however, would much rather, "sail beyond the sunset."(60) He does offer more kind words ... for her, and his people. He believes it is much more important, "To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield." (70) His true values lay with himself, his journeys, his pursuit of greatness, and nothing else. ...

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In, "The Odyssey," Homer includes many female characters, which orchestrate key roles in the epic poem. Athena had Odysseus' back throughout his journeys and offers him assistance when he needs it most; Calypso and the Sirens attempt to taunt and entrap Odysseus and distract him from his goals; and Penelope is a clever and ... ...

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... status are the main givers of hospitality, however, the wealthy are not the only ones commanded to offer a level of friendliness. Homer emphasizes hospitality from everyone during Telemachus' and Odysseus' journeys, using a man's cordiality with his guest to infer his character. If a man is disingenuous, then he doesn't show hospitality and Homer makes sure that individual faces the vengeance of those ... ...

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... alone, on the beach where Calypso holds him captive, weeping, seemingly defeated. (Odyssey 5. P. 80) This scene is very contradicting to the Odysseus the reader expects after hearing of his great journeys from Nestor and Helen, to the point where it is almost pathetic. A long lost soldier, sulking for the home he was now deprived of. But despite the first introduction to ... ...

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... at last, let us dispatch the guide and giant-killer Hermes down to Ogygia Island, down to announce at once to the nymph with lovely braids our fixed decree: Odysseus journeys home- the exile must return"(Book 1:99). Athena watches out for Odysses. She tells Zeus, "Father, son of Cronus, our high and mighty king, surely he goes down to a death ... ...

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... romantic relationship established. Through Nausicaa, Homer explores a relationship which hints of potential for expansion but which does not come to fruition. Odysseus experiences three relationships with female figures as he journeys home to Ithaca, all three women as beautiful as goddesses. They are each attracted to him to varying degrees, but he becomes less interested in each relationship as time progresses ... ...

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... , as well as a more complex insight into Odysseus and his homecoming. Because Athene is kindhearted, she takes it upon herself to aide Odysseus and his son, Telemachus, along their separate journeys, in order to better their lives and help regain their kingdom, as well as reunite themselves as a family. She does this by instructing them and guiding them throughout many misadventures ... ...

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... our life such as debt, divorce and death. Although our trials may not be as physical as some of Odysseus's we still have to face many trying obstacles during the journeys of our lives. In my opinion Odysseus was a great man during his time. He showed great bravery and the ability to do rational reasoning. During the times that he lived ... ...

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