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Homer's The Odyssey

Homer's The Odyssey. Character Analysis. Basic Plot. Protagonist  · Odysseus- The story of his 10 year journey back to Ithaca after he defeats Troy in the Trojan War.

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Homer's The Odyssey

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  1. Homer's The Odyssey Character Analysis

  2. Basic Plot • Protagonist · Odysseus- The story of his 10 year journey back to Ithaca after he defeats Troy in the Trojan War. • Major conflict · Odysseus must return home after 10 years at sea, being cursed by the gods. Then he mustdestroy the suitors who threaten his estate; Telemachus , his son, must mature and secure his own reputation in Greek society. • Themes · The power of cunning over strength; the pitfalls of temptation; the tension between goals and obstacles; the misery of separation; maturation as a journey

  3. Odysseus' Family

  4. Gods and Goddesses who impact Odysseus’ travels

  5. Obstacles Odysseus must face:

  6. Obstacles continued

  7. Those opposed to Odysseus and Telemachus –Want to marry Penelope to assume power

  8. Those Who Help Odysseus Prevail Against the Suitors

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