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Polyphemus: a Cyclops who devours Odysseus’ men
Summary
Odysseus reveals his identity to the Phaeaceans, and then begins recounting his tales from the time of his departure from Troy. Sailing to the northwest along the coast of the Aegean Sea Odysseus and his fleet of twelve ships raided the Ciconian people, taking much booty and plunder. However, despite Odysseus’ entreaties for his men to take to sea, his men did not obey him. The coastal Ciconians summoned their...
Source: MAXnotes to The Odyssey, ©2000 Research and Education Association, Inc.. All Rights Reserved. Full copyright.
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