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Essay On The Differences Between The Odyssey And Wilsons

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Both Wilson’s adaptation and Hinds’ graphic novel of The Odyssey, tell the story differently. Whether it be a female character’s sexuality or the men’s masculinity. Being a graphic novel, I believe Hinds’ adaptation falls short to take in The Odyssey's full outdated misogynistic implications. On the other hand, Emily Wilson presents the events with clarity that allows readers to view the whole story. For instance, Wilson tells the part in which Telemachus talks down to Penelope by saying, "Mother, no, you must not criticize the loyal bard... Odysseus was not the only one who did not come back home again from Troy...It is for men to talk, especially me. I am the master," (Wilson 116). As opposed to the way Hinds writes about Telemachus declaring, …show more content…

Hinds recites the narrative as though Odysseus and his soldiers are simply looking for food and wish to retreat to their ships. Odysseus, on the other hand, is intrigued by the situation and convinces his companions to stay back with him. Eventually, the Cyclops heads back and eats two soldiers, demonstrating an instance of lousy command. Wilson, on the other hand, portrays the story differently. She writes that Odysseus and his men joyously attack the cave and devour his food. This presents the reader with an understanding of the ‘antagonists’ side and leaves the reader with little pity for our epic hero. Furthermore, Hinds conveys the female characters as very attractive and desirable. This is true both poetically and directly. Hinds' work overemphasizes the sexuality of many of his female figures. For example, Calypso is seen wearing a bikini, and Circe is shown naked. In contrast, Penelope seemed immune to Hind's sexualization as she wears a practical dress. This might be to underline the self-control Odysseus had in refusing their promises of love and immortality and instead returning home to Penelope. Wilson, on the other hand, does not portray the characters' clothing and speaks almost nothing about their visual appeal. This might be done to draw attention to their personalities and words rather than their physical

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