Categorias: Todos - adventure - loyalty - hospitality - perseverance

por Mindomo Team 5 anos atrás

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This ancient Greek epic poem narrates the arduous and eventful journey of Odysseus as he strives to return home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. The tale is rich with themes such as vengeance, spiritual growth, hospitality, loyalty, and perseverance, reflecting the hero’

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The Odyssey by Homer

Major themes

Spiritual growth
Perseverance
Vengeance
Appearance
Loyalty
Hospitality

Genre

Adventure
Action
Epic Poem

MEMORABLE QUOTATIONS

“Out of sight, out of mind”
“Each man delights in the work that suits him best.”
“Of all creatures that breathe and move upon the earth, nothing is bred that is weaker than man.”

Main CHARACTERS

Penelope
Athena
Poseidon
Zeus
Telemachus
Odysseus

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The 10 year long journey home of Odysseus, the struggles, temptations and loneliness he faced during his travels back to Ithaca. The main characteristics of the hero are: bravery, intelligence, self-control, leadership, honesty.