what character is being referred to as father in line 19-21. what is the characters role in the novel. why is he referred to as father in book 16

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The Odyssey

what character is being referred to as father in line 19-21. what is the characters role in the novel. why is he referred to as father in book 16

In book 16 page 338-353 what character is being referred to as father in line 19-21. What is the character role in the novel and why is he referred to as father

Asked by lola a #336413 on 9/27/2013 7:07 AM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 9/27/2013 8:26 AM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 9/27/2013 8:26 AM

The swineheard has taken on the role of father; Odysseus is present when his son arrives but not recognized. The swineherd gathers Telemachus in an embrace as a father would do. In this context, the swineherd becomes as a father.

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