In determining the role of the Gods in The Odyssey, by Homer, one must ponder where Odysseus would be if the Greek Gods did not exist. If it weren't for Athena, daughter of Zeus, would Odysseus still be able to overcome the challenges he faced from Poseidon (the God of the Sea), Helios (the sun god...

Clash of Ithaca The epic poem The Odyssey written by Homer is comprised of twenty-four books of adventurous stories. The story of DEATH IN THE GREAT HALL, book twenty-two, is the most interesting because it is action-packed from start to finish. This story is also very descriptive in describing th...

During the time in Ancient Greece, pottery was an important part of life and society. The making and painting of pottery was a major art in classical Greece. Potters worked as professional craftsmen in family groups and were considered in high esteem in cities like Corinth and Athens. Most resear...