Category: Homer

The story of the Iliad is a famous one. When the cruel Trojan prince Paris abducts the queen of Agamemnon, Helen, war ensues between the two countries across the seas. Many heroes and gods take sides and fight the war. It is the first famous book written in Europe, written around 750 B. C. The…

Homers Odyssey has made an indisputable contribution to all Western civilizations development and remains relevant in the modern world. In addition, the protagonists personal qualities, such as courage and strength, make him famous and reflect the spirit of the society of Ancient Greece. These stories are an excellent illustration of the ancient Greek social structure,…

One of the most compelling things to me about the story of the Odyssey is the importance that is placed throughout the story on the relationship that exists between fathers and sons. Almost everything that happens in the story is somehow connected to the idea of family and the importance of a well-balanced unit. There…

Homers Iliad is a full-scale artistic discovery made in the cradle of world culture  Ancient Greece. This is one of the first epic poems in the history of mankind. In the analyzed chapter, the topic of funerals and the Olympic Games in honor of the burial of an ancient Greek hero is touched upon.…

Table of Contents Introduction Themes Symbols Characters Gender Roles Conclusion Work Cited Introduction The Odyssey is an epic poem depicting Odysseuss ten-year journey after the fall of Troy. The narrative has more than one perspective, following both Odysseus retelling his story and the view of his son, Telemachus. The Odyssey is an example of ancient…