How does Odysseus display bravery in Homer's 'The Odyssey'?

As the hero of Homer's famous poem, Odysseus is more or less constantly performing acts of heroism and bravery. However, there are a few exceptional examples of Odysseus' bravery that are worth dwelling on. The Cyclops episode, for instance, is perhaps one of the best examples of Odysseus' legendary courage. read more

All these feats required a great amount of bravery and skill, two traits Odysseus was honored for in antiquity. His optimism that he will return home to his wife safely after 10 years of war (The Iliad) and 10 years of travel (The Odyssey) are further signs of his innate bravery and confidence. read more

While Odysseus shows his bravery in facing the Cyclops, however, he also displays his supremely troublesome arrogance. While he is rowing away from the island, Odysseus taunts Polyphemus, prompting the monster pray to his father, Poseidon, and doom Odysseus to many years of toiling and wandering. read more

Book 5 lines 435-445 Odysseus is shipwrecked and floating in the ocean. He feels that he will perish but uses his brain, bravery and remaining strength to make his way to shore. He swims parallel to the shore (combating riptide). read more

According to the "Iliad" and "Odyssey," the epic poems by Homer, Odysseus not only showed great courage during the Trojan War, but also persuaded others, including Agamemnon, to persevere in the battle. read more