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The Odyssey: An Epic Journey Home

"The Odyssey," attributed to the ancient poet Homer, was written between 650-750 BC. This epic poem chronicles the adventures of Odysseus, the King of Ithaca, as he struggles to return home after a grueling ten-year war. Key characters include Odysseus, his faithful wife Penelope, their son Telemachus, and the powerful deities Athena, Zeus, and Poseidon. This timeless tale explores themes of heroism, loyalty, and the quest for identity. For further study, refer to textbook pages 1094-1101 for detailed notes.

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The Odyssey: An Epic Journey Home

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  1. The Odyssey By Homer

  2. When was it written? • Originally written between 650-750 BC by a poet named Homer

  3. Who are the main characters? • Odysseus (Hero) • Penelope (Odysseus’ Wife) • Telemachus (Odysseus’ Son) • Athena (Goddess) • Zeus (God) • Poseidon (God)

  4. What happened? • After a 10 year war, King of Ithaca (In Greece), Odysseus began traveling home. The Odyssey is an epic poem about his troubles and his adventure getting home.

  5. Now… • To get more information, take notes on textbook pagesPG1094-1101 • Finish for homework if necessary

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