The Odyssey

Book 10: Circe, the Grace of the Witch. question 1: A FOIL is a character who contrasts w/ another character. How does the character of Eurylochus serve as a foil to Odysseus in book 10?

How does the character of Eurylochus serve as a foil to Odysseus in book 10?

Asked by
Last updated by Alexis H #692530
Answers 2
Add Yours
Best Answer

 Eurylochus is a minor character whos main function is to serve as a foil character to Odysseus. Where Eurylochus' cowardice contrasts it to Odysseus' manly courage. When Eurylochus leads half the men to investigate the palace, he stays outside because he suspects a trap. He sends his men in without him. Circe transforms his men into pigs and it is brave Odysseus who must save them. 

 

What happen to Odysseus and his men at the hands of these people?