epithet
short detailed expressions that are repeated
hubris
overbearing pride that leads to a characters downfall
author of the odyssey
homer
epic poem
A long narrative poem about a legendary hero that incorporates myth and history
oral tradition
stories that were told, and retold verbally from one generation to the next
omniscient
The narrator sees all sides of the story and is non-biased
reciprocity
Mutual exchange between two people
hospitality
treat all guests with respect
arete
Greek idea of excellence, an ideal human perfection
invocation
a call for help or support