Akroterion (Mar 2012)

THE CHARACTER OF CIRCE IN THE ODYSSEY

  • J.D. McClymont

DOI
https://doi.org/10.7445/53-0-37
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 53, no. 0

Abstract

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The article describes the character of Circe in the Odyssey, emphasizing that she has not only an evil but a positive side to her character. The implications of her being a witch, swearing an oath to Odysseus and being a god are explored. She is also briefly compared with other characters in the Odyssey.