... all of Odysseus' remaining crew; only Odysseus survives and is cared for by Calypso. At first glance, a reader may suspect the intentions of the goddess Calypso to be unfavorable to Odysseus. She has kept Odysseus on her island for seven years before Athena asks Zeus to send Hermes to demand his release. After keeping Odysseus with her for seven years, she likes him and does not want to lose him. She is very selfish, not considering that Odysseus has a family and a home. Although Odysseus could have reached his home several years before if Calypso had not detained him on her island, Calypso is generous and helpful to Odysseus upon his departure. She aids in the construction of his wooden raft, she gives him food and other provisions to take along, and she advises him to sail with the Bear constellation on his left. Although Odysseus is ...

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