Flashback and Point of View in the Odyssey

The Shores Of The Aegean Sea

Up until now, you have only heard about Odysseus through the conversations of the gods and goddesses. Now, you will meet Odysseus, and set out on an adventure with him. In this topic, you will explore how Homer used flashback and changing points of view to explain what happens to Odysseus after the Trojan War. In addition, you will explore the events of the story in Books II through VIII and then read Book IX.

Essential Questions

• What is flashback, and how did Homer use it in The Odyssey?
• How does Homer change points of view in The Odyssey?