The Odyssey ending

I thought at first, when Ulysses came to the house that he would just go in and sneak-attack them. But no, he had to prepare and execute and elaborate scheme. It was very satisfying, the way he massacred them all, but after that, I felt it went downhill. It's like, all of a sudden, he's at his dad's house, and these people come, and they start fighting, and then Minerva makes a peace treaty for them. THE END. It was really abrupt, and kind of pointless, if you ask me.
I liked The Odyssey, even though it was long and kind of boring, it had detail, action, and adventure. I just have to say that I can't wait for Romeo And Juliet!

The Odyssey Chapter dieciseis

This chapter was about Telechamus going home to Ithaca, meeting "the stranger" Ulysses, and found out his father's true identity. Minerva helps Ulysses change back and forth from himself to the old man, back to himself, and into the old man. They also plot their plan to get the suitors, and Penelope has heard about Telechamus's return, but not of Ulysses'.  

The Odyssey Book quince

In this chapter, Minerva went to Telemachus and told him to go back to Ithaca and staright to the swineherds. (I realized that swineherds is like shepherds, except it's swine...) The first half of the chapter is Telechamus's journey to Ithaca, which was somewhat lacking in detail. The second half of the chapter was Ulysses and the swineherds, Ulysses still disguised as an old man. They all discussed their misfortunes and nothing super-eventful happened. I have been seeing semi-frequent typos in this printing, though I haven't counted them. in this chapter, one of them was on page109, 4th paragraph down, 4th line down. I'm assuming the author meant "death," not "Dearth."

The Odyssey Chapter catorce

In this chapter, Ulysses goes to his house disguised as an ugly old man and "meets" the pig-keeper. Basically, the pig-keeper shows him great hospitality and Ulysses tells him about his "travels." Of course, this is all a huge lie, considering he isn't an old man, he's Ulysses, and he never even stayed in Egypt for eight years! He also lies when he tries to trick the people into giving him a warm coat. I'm thinking; how's this guy supposed to be a hero when all he does is lie?

The Odyssey Chapter trece

In this chapter, Ulysses finishes up his  visit with Alcinous, and sails away. They arrive in Ithaca safely, and leave Ulysses on the side of the road with all of his gifts. Minerva finds him, and I realize that Ulysses lies a lot! He lies to Minerva about not being Ulysses, even though she knows the truth. I like how she lectures him about not lying. Ulysses is transformed him into an ugly old man, and he went to his estate.

My Novel

I had problems trying to transfer my novel to a link to our PATH blog, or emailing it. So, there is a reason that my novel isn't on the blog...

Well...

I've noticed that I've only posted things about the Odyssey, so I'll post about NaNoWriMo. I love my novel, and I'm going to try to upload it to a link for the PATH blog. Again, the keyword being try...

The Odyssey Chapter doce

In this chapter, they return to Circe's house, and she seems to be very helpful ion giving directions. First, she tells about the Sirens, then about the Wandering Rocks, then about Scylla, and Charybdis, and the Thrinacian island. They arrive, and eat the sacred animals, even though they swore not to. Will this be worth it? No. They cause Jove to be mad, and a huge storm to come. Of course, then Ulysses gets stranded on Calypso's island, and we know the rest.

The Odyssey Chapter once

Again, there is a lot of inconsistent detail. I think that most of the things said about the ghosts is irrevelant. I'm not sure Ulysses and his crew benefited from this visit very much, except for the prophesyings of Teiresias. Of course, Ulysses' story ends quickly, almost inconspicuously. Then, he seems to continue his story, ending with a conversation with Hercules, and they leave the house of Hades.

The Odyssey Chapter diez

This chapter is yet again proof of the author's somewhat inconsistent length of detail. It starts out saying things about Aeolus, and there's only about two paragraphs about him. This was either disappointment or relief, I'm not sure. Again, in one page, they are near their homeland, and they are blown back to the Aeolian island, home of Aeolus. Then, all of a sudden, they're at another island, and Antiphates is eating Ulysses's men once again. Of course, then comes Circe. There is a lot of detail in this passage, and it is interesting; Why would they stay there for a year if they were in a hurry to get home? I think this is the longest span of time that they stay somewhere, out of all the hospitable peoples' houses.

The Odyssey Chapter nueve

This chapter was very detailed, especially the parts with the Cyclopes. The chapter is started out by Ulysses starting to tell his story, which is good to know about his journey thus far. Well, the Cyclopes eats Ulysses' men and this is described in gory detail. The author definitely captured the "mental image" he was going for. I like how Ulysses tricks him by saying the wrong name, Noman. I also like how Ulysses is shouting at the Cyclopes, and then it throws the rock at the ship. A classic example of getting what he deserves, pretty much. 

The Odyssey Chapter ocho

This chapter was interesting; the sports events were different, but not as much description went into them compared to other sections of the book. All I have to say is; Ulysses has mad disc-throwing skill... Demodocus's song went into a lot of detail, which I didn't think was completely necessary. Otherwise, the whole chapter didn't particularly interest me.

The Odyssey book/chapter siete

This chapter was very discriptive, and displayed the great wealth of Alcinous and Arete. I was again surprised at the hospitality that they give to the stranger, Ulysses. Basically, Ulysses is waiting for the right time to go intot eh city, when Minerva, disguized as a little girl, leads him to King Alcinous's house. Ulysses gets fed, tells his story, and retreats to bed. Nothing very interesting in this chapter, in my opinion. It was nice and short, though!

The Odyssey chapter seis

This wasn't my favorite chapter, meaning that it kind of was just about meeting Nausicaa, and making her like him, with the help of Minerva. It seemed more like a transition chapter, with not much in it, and nothing super-interesting. How far is he from his home?

The Odyssey Chapter cinco

I like this chapter even more than the last one, mostly because we hear about Ulysses. Minerva approaches her father and the council. After pleading her case, Jove decides to let Mercury the messenger tell Calypso to let Ulysses go home. Ulysses is warned that it will be a long and hard journey, but that he will eventually see his house and friends again. Ulysses builds a boat, and starts sailing, unsure about rough seas. His fears are confirmed when Neptune sends a great storm to throw him from his boat. Thanks to Minerva and Ino, he makes it to land safely. There he finds a safe place to sleep, and Minerva makes him sleep soundly. I hope he makes it home soon, and catches the suitors before they can damage more property. And then maybe he hurts them? :)

The Odyssey Chapter cuatro

I thought that this chapter was most interesting. Telechamus goes to the house of Menelaus, who is very rich and seems to like to spend lavishly on his guests. Menelaus tells Telechamus stories about his father's bravery and battle victories. He eventually tells Telechamus that Ulysses is alive and on an island, held captive by Calypso. Also in this chapter, the suitors plot to kill Telechamus while on his way back, and Penelope finds out about where Telechamus went. She is in deep dispair because Ulysses and Telechamus are gone, and there is nothing that she can do about it. Overall, it was a very informative chapter.

Hmmmm...

Does everyone else have to type the "secret word" after they post on other people's blogs? Just wondering... And, I wasn't able to find some people's blogs. Good luck with NaNoWriMo everyone!!!

Book tres

I thought that this book was most interesting. Nestor is an interesting character, and I was surprised about how elaborately he celebrated, and how he welcomed Telechamus, because of his father. Obviously, Minerva is disguised as Mentor, and eventually reveals her true identity at the end of Book three. Nestor seems to adore her, and I'm thinking that it is not a usual occurrance to see a god or goddess in person fly away like an eagle...This book also revealed that Nestor knew nothing about Telechamus's father, Ulysses's dissapearance. One question I have is, why isn't Minerva telling Telechamus that his father is alive, just being held prisoner? No confusing words this book.

Book dos

The Odyssey is definitely getting better as I read on, and the characters are making more sense. I think, In a nutshell, book two is about Telechamus going to the councillors, having an arguement with the suitors, the suitors refusing to back off his estate unless his mother married one of them, and him telling them that he will find out if his father is alive or dead, how he might have died, and the suitors basically saying "yeah, right." Leicritus breaks up the assembly, and Telechamus prays to Minerva to help him, and Minerva does so. Telechamus tells the nurse to prepare barley and wine, and not to tell his mother about his daring voyage. The maid does so, if hesitantly, because it is a risk.
Overall, it is making a lot more sense, and I'm really getting wrapped up in the story! The only words that I am only slightly confused on meqanings are;Abetting, Pall,(p.8) Spunging, Prating (p.9) Victuals (p.10) Flaying, and singeing. (p.11) Yay; dictionary time!!!                                

The Odyssey feedback Chapter uno; (overview or paraphrase)

I think, basically, that Minerva hears about Telemachus's father, and wants to help him to find him. So, she disguises herself, and goes to Telemachus's house, and he listens to what she has to say. The only question I have is; why? She, herself is a goddess, but she goes to help him, even though Neptune is still furious with Ulysses and probably wouldn't like her because she helped him. Was this out of the goodness of her heart, which is what I think is probably the case, or could she possibly be doing it for another reason?