by nshelton | Nov 9, 2023 | Gender, Group 1
Introduction Within the world of Ancient Greece–along with the myths and legends of the time–we are able to catch a glimpse of what life was like all the way back then. Whether this be the wars fought in Sparta, Troy, and marathon, the way the gods interacted with the...
by nshelton | Oct 26, 2023 | Gender, Group 1
I believe that the Penelopiad is important in relation to the Odyssey because it provides an entirely different perspective. The Penelopiad provides Penelope’s perspective from when she was running the kingdom of Ithaca during Odysseus’ absence. It...
by nshelton | Oct 19, 2023 | Gender, Group 1, Uncategorized
The image I chose portrays Penelope weaving while surrounded by her maids and suitors. In the background you can see what I assume to be the kingdom of Ithaca out of a window. In the image, Penelope is seated and wearing a bright red dress while she weaves. Her dress...
by nshelton | Oct 11, 2023 | Gender, Group 1
Introduction In Book 2 of the Odyssey, we are introduced to the cunning and intelligent side of Odysseus’ wife Penelope. The book begins with Telemachus calling for a meeting with all the suitors. Telemachus voices his discontent with all the suitors and complains...