The Odyssey

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In The Odyssey, Odysseus constantly takes credit when things go well. Now, when a tragedy occurs, he blames the gods for making him fall asleep. What does this reveal about his character?

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Oedipus doesn't really take responsibility for his actions. The Gods were a pretty petty lot but Oedipus was ultimately responsible for his men.

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