The first time Odysseus showed his arrogance is when he won the battle at Troy. He yells out to the gods that he doesn't need them. Also, he does not give a sacrifice to the gods for helping the Greeks win the victory. ... In return for his arrogance, the gods create a difficult journey home for Odysseus.
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The story is set in an imaginary time and place, in a kingdom whose king is semi-barbaric. His autocratic style is described in detail, and the narrator comments at length on his splendid arena.
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