Odysseus
Throughout books 5-8, we follow Odysseus on his journey home. He finds himself adopting difference personas in different cities, we find out that while he battled in war 10 years ago, his warlike instincts never really left him.
- revenge with the cyclops Polyphemus
- different personas – trying to find herself
Telemachus
Telemachus begins as quite a weak, sorry boy, with no ability to foster change or stand up for himself. However, as the books proceed, we witness Telemachus gain confidence
Athena
Starts helping them less, trust is built
Audience
Perception of Odysseus