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Why is there so much repetition in the Odyssey?

We are accustomed to thinking of literary works as fixed texts by a single author. Among other reasons, this is because of the impact of the printing press on publishing and distributing texts in our soci...

Answered by Jonathan M. Classical Civilisation tutor
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Which epic, 'The Illiad' or 'The Odyssey' is more impressive in its portrayal of war?

Both poets use the theme of war to demonstrate each protagonist's character development and suggest the frailty of human life. Even for great warriors, fate is irresistable and inexorable. Look at Homer's...

Answered by Ben M. Classical Civilisation tutor
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How does Homer make the encounter with Polyphemus exciting and vivid?

-Content: barbaric creature: civilisation vs barabarism = key theme of the poem and of this book in particular. Eats men -> grizzly and clearly a tabboo subject (c.f. Iliad: Achilles wants to eat Hecto...

Answered by Elliot E. Classical Civilisation tutor
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Is it fair to describe Augustus' foreign policy as a matter of aggressive expansionism?

This question is highly debated by scholarship, but it's important in understanding what framework Augustus built for the Empire. Contemporary sources don't imply that Augustus was defensive at all; Prope...

Answered by Harry S. Classical Civilisation tutor
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List 3 character traits of Achilles, and support each with an example of when Homer brings out such characteristics.

The most prominent is Achilles' anger, which is mentioned in the proem as the subject matter of the whole poem. It is brought out in the first book when Achilles storms out of the assembly and refuses to ...

Answered by Natalie G. Classical Civilisation tutor
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