"The Simpsons," Satire, And "The Odyssey?"

Compare The Odyssey video excerpt from the Simpsons with Homer's epic poem The Odyssey Books 9,10,12,21,22,23. What does the Simpson's version satirize? What does it make you think about regarding the poem's characters, theme, relationships, and episodes? Please respond with specific support (i.e.-quotations) for your argument. Complete this blog response by 2:30p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 8th.

Circe: "The Odyssey" Text To Animation?

What subtle or overt differences did you notice regarding the Book X The Odyssey reading and The Odyssey film clip of the Circe episode?  Explain, note, argue, quote, and defend.  Anything regarding the Heroic Code, Guest/Host Relationship, or hubris?  Please respond during class today.

Counseling Using "The Iliad" And "The Odyssey?"

After listening to the Psychiatrist Counsels Vets With Odyssey Audio and Johnathan Shay Talks About The Odyssey Audio, what are you thinking about the The Odyssey?  Please specify your thoughts using a dynamic topic sentence and supporting evidence.  This blog response is due by 2:30p.m. today.

"The Odyssey?" Background Information?

Regarding the Background film about The Odyssey, what comments can you make about what you understand about The Odyssey. Please argue, explain, criticize, etc... Blog post is due during class today.