Penelope

The Oresteia is a cycle of three plays: 'Agamemnon', 'The Libation Bearers', and 'The Eumenides'. The trilogy tells the story of the House of Atreus, focusing on the murder of Agamemnon by his wife Clytemnestra, the revenge of their son Orestes, and the eventual trial of Orestes for matricide. The plays delve into themes of morality, power, and the evolution from personal revenge to societal law. The final play, 'The Eumenides', introduces a judicial system with a trial presided over by Athena, marking a pivotal transformation in societal justice and the end of the cycle of retributive bloodshed.

The Iliad is an epic poem attributed to Homer, set during the Trojan War. It begins in the ninth year of the war, where a quarrel between King Agamemnon and the warrior Achilles sets off a chain of events. The poem explores themes of heroism, honor, and fate as it describes the battles and interactions between Greek warriors like Achilles, Diomedes, and Odysseus, and Trojan warriors like Hector and Paris. The story is interspersed with divine interventions from Greek gods and goddesses, influencing the outcome of the war. The poem culminates with Achilles' reconciliation with Agamemnon and his subsequent rage against the Trojans, leading to the death of Hector and the eventual funeral rites for Patroclus and Hector.

Homer's Odyssey is a memoir by Gwen Cooper that chronicles her life with a blind cat named Homer. Despite being born without eyes, Homer grows into a spirited and loving companion who faces numerous challenges, including surviving the aftermath of 9/11 and defending his home against an intruder. Through Homer's adventures, Cooper reflects on the profound impact he had on her life, teaching her about courage, love, and living beyond limitations.