While I agree with Antonia that Calypso didn't particularly rescue Odysseus, she did host him on her island of Ogygia, which in Greek mythology was secluded as it was rarely visited by gods and mortals. read more
Calypso didn’t rescue Odysseus. She seduced him and held him captive on her island for 7 years. The only reason she releases him is because Athena petitions Zeus to free Odysseus. Only under the command of Zeus does Calypso release Odysseus and supplies him with a raft and provisions to continue his journey. read more
In the Odyssey, Calypso is a beautiful goddess-nymph who hold Odysseus captive on her island for seven years. As a character she is egocentric, selfish and dominating. read more