Part one of term paper
The theme of The Odyssey is one of homecoming and reunion with loved ones. Though the proem of the epic states that Odysseus' own purpose is simply the fight to save his own life and return his shipmates home safely, the gods of Olympus are the unknown captains of this journey. It is an epic story of the making of men, mainly Odysseus and ...

Part two of term paper
... discern the proper course of action in the re-ordering of his house and his household. In the opening of the epic, the gods, at home upon great Olympus, sit in conversation reflecting upon the pride of men. One example being Agisthos, who is run amuck with greed and pride. Zeus' remark that “Greed and folly will double suffering in the lot of man...” is indeed the standard by which men are judged to be the Shepherd or the wolf. It is greed and folly, which are the marks of impious men, men ...