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  1. Odysseus - Wikipedia

    Odysseus tries to avoid it by feigning lunacy, as an oracle had prophesied a long-delayed return home for him if he went. He hooks a donkey and an ox to his plow (as they have different …

  2. Odysseus | Myth, Significance, Trojan War, & Odyssey | Britannica

    Dec 1, 2025 · Odysseus, in Greek legend, the wise and courageous king of Ithaca who is the hero of Homer’s Odyssey. Odysseus’s wanderings and the recovery of his house and kingdom are …

  3. Odysseus :: The Trickster Hero - Greek Mythology

    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 …

  4. Who Was Odysseus? Facts About the Legendary Greek Hero

    Dec 12, 2024 · Along the way, Odysseus's ships are destroyed by storms, he’s imprisoned for seven years, travels to the underworld, fights various giants, monsters and gods. The word …

  5. Odysseus in Greek Mythology: Origin Story and Heroics

    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, …

  6. Odysseus: Greek Hero of the Odyssey | History Cooperative

    Aug 15, 2022 · A Greek war hero, father, and king: Odysseus was all of this and then some. He miraculously survived the 10-year Trojan War and was the last of the veterans to return. …

  7. The Internet Classics Archive | The Odyssey by Homer

    The Odyssey By Homer Written 800 B.C.E Translated by Samuel Butler

  8. Odysseus - Classical Mythology

    Odysseus, king of Ithaca, is renowned for his complex character and pivotal role in Greek mythology. A hero of Homer's "The Odyssey," he was celebrated for his cunning and …

  9. The Story of Odysseus: A Hero’s Odyssey Towards Immortality

    Jun 10, 2025 · Odysseus’s journey is a rich tapestry of adventure, struggle, and self-discovery. His experiences encapsulate the essence of heroism, exploring the complexities of identity, …

  10. Odysseus - World History Encyclopedia

    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' …