Odysseus Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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Scholar on Odysseus’s Identity & Nostos 🤬
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“Odysseus identity is wrapped up in regaining his kingdom and restoring balance in Ithaca” Pratt
2
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Scholar on Odysseus’s Metis
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“His need for cunning is reinforced by his own recklessness.” Bowra
3
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Scholar on Odysseus’ Disguise
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“His disguises and deceptions are a means to a justifiably and suitably heroic end” Jones
4
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Scholar on Odysseus’ Independence from Gods 🦉
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“needs their advice and favour…” but “…clearly contemplates his options and makes independent decisions.” - Griffin
