The role of Poseidon
- Created by: Lozza127
- Created on: 13-01-17 09:49
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- The Role of Poseidon
- Main Antagonist
- To show the Malevolence of the Gods- flawed
- Homer uses him as a vehicle for Odysseus' suffering
- Motive is petty revenge- important to him
- Insight into the father son relationship with Polyphemus- humanises him
- Demonstrates the God's power
- To keep the story interesting
- Unpredictable nature- creating suspense and tension
- Want to follow protagonist
- Gives the reader a reason not to make their decisions.
- The reader finds delight because he does things we are restricted from
- The reader sees their potential for evil
- People's fear of Gods
- Rebel
- So Homer can make the story relatable for the reader
- Contrast with Hero- slightly as Odysseus isn't all good!
- Create Realism
- Homer represents natural forces and the elements Odysseus faces
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