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Odysseus & the Suitors
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A 5 page analysis of the scene from Homer's Odyssey in which Odysseus destroys the suitors who have invaded his home. The writer argues Odysseus' task is to restore order to this society. The manner in which he accomplishes this task, abetted by his son Telemakhos, demonstrates how they have both matured over the course of the narrative, Telemakhos by growing to manhood and Odysseus by learning not to act rashly. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: khodys.rtf

Odysseus and Fate
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A 3 page paper which examines how Odysseus in Homer’s Odyssey is a man who has little control over fate. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAodyfte.rtf

Odysseus and the Gods in Homer’s “The Odyssey”
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A 5 page paper which examines the role of the gods and goddesses, how Odysseus related to them and considers how the inclusion of them elevates this poem into a great epic. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGodygods.rtf

Odysseus as a Justifiable Hero in Homer's 'Odyssey'
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A 5 page paper on the character of Odysseus, his heroic qualities, and how his actions represent the classic struggle for survival. The writer argues that Odysseus' actions were justifiable under the circumstances and with respect to the era during which his character was created by Homer. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Odyssey.doc

Odysseus as a Warrior and Lover
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This 7 page paper looks at Odysseus's role as a warrior and lover. This is compared and contrasted to the character Achilles in the Iliad. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA249Ody.rtf

Odysseus as Hero
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A 5 page paper which discusses personality traits of Odysseus, from Homer's "Odyssey," illustrating how he is a hero. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAodyhero.wps

Odysseus As Leader
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Developing leadership skills is the same process as attaining a strong sense of personal identity and worth and then applying those traits to the process of goal attainment for the group. This 5 page paper argues that Odysseus was a hero in the Greek tradition, however, he was much too concerned with his own agenda (or quest) to be considered a good leader. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: KTodyled.wps

Odysseus' Pain & Suffering -- Traits of an "Epic Hero"
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A 5 page essay on the importance of pain and suffering in helping to define Odysseus as a true "epic hero." The writer covers various instances of trouble and hardship endured by Odysseus throughout his journey and finds that what he went through represented but a part of the "human experience."
Filename: Odyssey2.wps

Odysseus's Departure in Book 13
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This 3 page paper provides an overview of Odysseus's departure in Book 13 and his arrival in Ithaca. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MHOdysseusPha.rtf

Odysseus’ Journey to the Underworld: The Odyssey
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A 5 page paper which examines the significance of Odysseus’ journey to the underworld in Homer’s Odyssey. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAodund.rtf