Seeking inspiration from the Muse, the narrator begins to tell the tale of Odysseus, who was trapped on his way home after the Trojan War. While all the other soldiers have returned home, Odysseus is being held on the island of Ogygia by the goddess, Calypso. While being held captive, his home is being invaded by suitors looking to marry the supposedly widowed Penelope, Odysseus's wife. They hope to marry her, take over Odysseus's fortune, and reign as King of Ithaca. Meanwhile, Odysseus's son, Telemachus, is frustrated with the suitors, and is coming to the conclusion that his father will not be returning home to take care of the situation.
While the suitors are eating Odysseus out of house and home, the Gods discuss what to do with the situation. Athena reminds Zeus of.....
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