by jgoodw10 | Nov 13, 2023 | Group 10, Monsters
Introduction This project focuses on the monsters in Homer’s The Odyssey, specifically the Sirens, Scylla, and Polyphemus. The monsters serve two-purposes: to depict Odysseus as a great but flawed leader, as well as represent themes of misogyny and xenophobia. As...
by jgoodw10 | Oct 30, 2023 | Group 10, Monsters
The character of Polyphemus the cyclops has been used in many different adaptations of his character in The Odyssey. His most prominent character traits are his cruelty towards his victims, his blindness, and being easily fooled by Odysseus. One of the most popular...
by jgoodw10 | Oct 23, 2023 | Group 10, Monsters
Book nine of the Odyssey mainly focuses on Odysseus and his crew escaping from the cave of the cyclops Polyphemus. This image depicts Odysseus stabbing Polyphemus in his eye using a wooden spear. Odysseus is dressed in regal attire befitting a leader while Polyphemus...
by jgoodw10 | Oct 16, 2023 | Group 10, Monsters
In book nine of The Odyssey, the story of what happened to Odysseus and his crew immediately after the Trojan War is being recounted to the reader. After pillaging the city of Ismarus for some time, Odysseus and his men are driven away by a strong counter attack by...