In many epic stories and poems, authors have been successful in conveying basic human concepts through intricately crafted supernatural characters. ... This is most evident in Homer's The Odyssey. In Homer's The Odyssey, the protagonist of the story, Odysseus, was a valiant warrior, who along with his men fought in the famed Trojan War and came out as the victors. ... These creatures tend to be female characters in literature. In book ten of The Odyssey, while traveling the vast Mediterranean Sea, Odysseus and his men stumble upon another remote island. ...

• Word Count: 2649
• Approx Pages: 11
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The Journey of Odysseus and Telemachos In The Odyssey written by Homer and translated by Richard Lattimore, several themes are made evident, conceived by the nature of the time period, and customs of the Greek people. ... In the intricate and well-developed plot of The Odyssey, Homer harmonized several subjects. ... These all partake a immense role in the way the story is set up, stemming from the purpose of each character's journey, their personal challenges, and the difficulties that surround them. ...

• Word Count: 2524
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: High School