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HOMER’S THE ODYSSEYNotes on The Epic
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Epic Hero– another version of the one we know
Superhuman strength, craftiness, confidence
Helped and harmed by interfering gods Represents ideals and values considered
admirable by his culture Emerges victorious from dangerous
situations
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Epic Plot
A long journey full of complications such as: Strange creatures Divine intervention (gods) Large-scale events Treacherous weather
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Epic Setting
Fantastic or exotic lands More than one nation is involved
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More archetypes!
Characters, situations, and images that show up in all different cultures and time periods: Sea monster Temptress Buried treasure Suitors’ contest Epic hero Loyal servant (loyal retainer)
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Epic Themes
The story reflects universal ideas/concerns like: Courage The fate of a nation A homecoming Beauty Loyalty Life and death