Odysey
The Odyssey, written by Homer, is the story of Odysseus and how
he faced misfortune in his attempts to return home after the Trojan
war. From these misfortunes he learned to be a better man and became
able to regain his place in his homeland of Ithaca.
During his journeys Odysseus often makes the mistake of staying
to boast to his enemies but learns that doing so gives his opposition
a chance to seek retribution against him. After leaving Troy Odysseus
attacks the land of the Cicones. Instead of leaving after his victory,
he stays to celebrate until a force is rallied against him and he must
flee with many casualties. Afterwards Odysseus and his crew land on
the island of the Cyclops. They are attacked and some are eaten by
Polyphemus. After intoxicating the great Cyclops, Odysseus and his
men blind the monster with a heated spear. The men could have made an
escape without incident but Odysseus mocked Polyphemus and shouted out
his real name,......
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