This research aims to analyze the universal themes present in Homer's The Odyssey, particularly focusing on identity and power.
Conducted a literary analysis of The Odyssey
Examined historical and cultural contexts of the text
Identified and discussed key themes and motifs
Identified identity as a central theme influencing Odysseus's journey home
Highlighted the relationship between power and authority in the narrative
Showed cultural significance of the text in shaping Western literature
Abstract
One of the most well-known and influential epic poems of Western literature, Homer’s The Odyssey, tells Odysseus’s return to his home in Ithaca and explores universal themes such as identity, power...