Memory Odyssey TermsVersion en ligne This contains the literary terms from the Odyssey PowerPoint. par Brittany Bryant Hubris A characterizing word or phrase occurring in place of the name of a person or thing. The tragic flaw that leads to the tragic hero’s downfall. The central figure in a long narrative poem who possesses larger than life qualities, such as bravery, loyalty, and heroism. A prayer or address made to the muses in which the poet asks for inspiration, skill, knowledge, or the appropriate mood to create a poem. Archetype Epic Epithet A long narrative poem, told in an elevated style, that chronicles heroic deeds Hamartia Invocation Reversal Xenia The Greek term for the Laws of Hospitality. Epic Hero A character, action, or situation that is a pattern of human life, occurring over and over again. Occurs when the opposite of what the hero intends is what happens. Epic Simile Arrogance or pride before the gods. More involved than a typical simile; authors use this technique to communicate a new concept to the audience.
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