By Aayushi Vats
In ancient times, a hero sailed the sea,
Odysseus, with a heart both brave and free.
From Troy he departed, on a journey long,
Facing challenges, both fierce and strong.
The wrath of gods and creatures of the deep,
Odysseus faced them all, never to retreat.
With cunning and wit, he overcame each test,
Guided by his longing for home, he pressed.
Through the land of the Lotus-Eaters he roamed,
Where sweet temptation threatened to consume.
He encountered Cyclops, with a single eye,
Outwitting the giant, escaping, oh my!
The enchantress Circe, with her spells so grand,
Transforming his men, he took a stand.
He ventured to the realm of the dead,
Seeking wisdom from those who had bled.
The Sirens sang their haunting melody,
But Odysseus, wise, resisted their plea.
Between Scylla and Charybdis, a treacherous plight,
Navigating the dangers, with all his might.
Finally, he reached Ithaca's shore,
His loyal wife, Penelope, he adored.
With bow in hand, he faced the suitors' crowd,
Proving his strength, his love avowed.
The Odyssey, a tale of courage and strife,
A testament to the human spirit's drive.
Odysseus, a hero, both flawed and true,
Teaching us lessons, as heroes often do.
By Aayushi Vats
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