"Odysseus The True Hero" If one were to only have a very fit and strong body, lacking mental ability; to the Greeks it would not suffice. If a man were merely smart and intelligent, without much physical capability, the Greeks would feel that he is not complete. To hold the title "Epic Hero," a man must possess the qualities that would distinguish themselves from all others. In Homer's The Odyssey, Odysseus is the character who …showed first 75 words of 1493 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1493 total…his strength and respect from the people, through his father. Yet, still by experience gained endurance, and by fighting gained vengeance, all to get home; back to were life was good. The story portrays how an individual's characteristics can affect the outcomes of their life. Nonetheless, Odysseus survives all that happens to him. His courage, wisdom, intelligence, endurance, determination, and strength enable him to come through each and every difficulty and bring him home safely.