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The Odysseus, King Of Ithaca

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Hero — noun. “A person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.” A hero can come in many different forms, and can be one for many different reasons. Does one have to match the definition of a hero, or can they be more? In Homer’s The Odyssey Odysseus, King of Ithaca, ventures through the Mediterranean on a quest to get back home. Throughout the story, he proves himself to be a hero by doing various things. He suffers intense mental and physical problems, is highly respected as a courageous role model, and sets out on a perilous journey; these three characteristics together make Odysseus a true hero.
The first example of one of Odysseus’ heroic traits is that he went on a lengthy quest. Odysseus’

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