by louviere | Nov 13, 2023 | Gender, Group 2
The Odyssey Through Another Lens Introduction The Odyssey, an epic that honors Homer, perpetuates the conventional gender norms of a patriarchal culture. In terms of roles, influence, power, and interpersonal interactions, men dominate women. Men played the prominent...
by louviere | Oct 30, 2023 | Gender, Group 2
Yubaba from Spirited Away is a valuable homage to Circe from the Odyssey. In her story, Yubaba is a powerful sorcerer, leveraging her magic to control the affairs of those around her. She runs a large bathhouse, defining herself by her industriousness, and surrounds...
by louviere | Oct 23, 2023 | Gender, Group 2
In the painting by Wright Barker, Circe is given a portrayal of how Odysseus perceives her. She is shown to be perfectly beautiful, with a flawless face and figure. Her expression is vague. She gives a cold smile accompanied by relaxed cheeks and lifeless eyes. She...
by louviere | Oct 16, 2023 | Gender, Group 2
This section, lines 308-320 on page 269, is a case study on the difference between appearance and character in the Odyssey as well as a continuation of the overarching themes of sexism and objectification. Book 10 of the Odyssey, Odysseus’ crew arrives at the island...