In Greek and Roman mythology, Odysseus (/ əˈdɪsiəs / ə-DISS-ee-əs; [1] Ancient Greek: Ὀδυσσεύς, Ὀδυσεύς, romanized: Odysseús, Odyseús, IPA: [o.dy (s).sěu̯s]), also known by the Latin variant Ulysses (/ juːˈlɪsiːz / yoo-LISS-eez, UK also / ˈjuːlɪsiːz / YOO-liss-eez; Latin: Ulysses, Ulixes), is a legendary Greek king of Ithaca and the hero of Home...

Jan 11, 2025 · Odysseus, hero of Homer’s epic poem the Odyssey and one of the most frequently portrayed figures in Western literature. According to Homer, Odysseus was king of Ithaca, son of Laertes and Anticleia (the daughter of Autolycus of Parnassus), and father, by his wife, Penelope, of Telemachus.

In Greek mythology, Odysseus is the great-grandson of Hermes, one of the twelve Olympian Gods. He is the son of Laertes, the king of Ithaca, and Anticlea and the husband of Penelope and father of a child named Telemachus.

Dec 31, 2012 · Odysseus (Roman name: Ulysses) was one of the great pan-Hellenic heroes of Greek mythology. He was famous for his courage, intelligence, and leadership. Odysseus' resourcefulness and oratory skills were instrumental in the Greek victory in the Trojan War.

Odysseus was a legendary hero in Greek mythology, king of the island of Ithaca and the main protagonist of Homer's epic, the “Odyssey.” The son of Laertes and Anticlea, Odysseus was well known among the Greeks as a most eloquent speaker, an ingenious and cunning trickster.

Apr 28, 2023 · Odysseus, son of Laertes and Anticleia, was a Greek hero and the king of the island of Ithaca. He married the beautiful princess Penelope and had one son by her, Telemachus. Described by Homer as the “man of twists and turns,” Odysseus was noted above all for his intelligence and cunning.

Dec 12, 2024 · In Homer’s epic poem, the Greek warrior encounters cyclops, sorcerers and cannibals on his 10-year journey home from war. The Odyssey is one of the oldest pieces of literature still read today.

The Odyssey (/ ˈ ɒ d ɪ s i /; [1] Ancient Greek: Ὀδύσσεια, romanized: Odýsseia) [2] [3] is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer.It is one of the oldest works of literature still widely read by modern audiences. Like the Iliad, the Odyssey is divided into 24 books.It follows the Greek hero and king of Ithaca, Odysseus, and his homecoming journey after the ...

Feb 4, 2025 · The “Odyssey” chronicles Odysseus’s tumultuous journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. This epic tale is rich with trials and encounters that challenge his character and ultimately lead to his transformation. A. Overview of Odysseus’s journey home after the Trojan War. Odysseus’s journey spans over a decade and is fraught with peril.

Nov 21, 2024 · Odysseus, known as Ulysses in Roman tradition, is one of the most iconic figures in Greek mythology. As the King of Ithaca, his exploits in The Iliad and The Odyssey, attributed to Homer, define him as a multifaceted hero.