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Lotus Eaters

A peaceful people whose lotus fruit causes Ulysses' men to lose desire to return home.

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First appearance: book viii festivals in honor of ulysses

Lotus Eaters first appears in 0009 book viii festivals in honor of ulysses.

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  • Mythological and Secondary Characters
  • Protagonist
  • Phaeacian Royal Court

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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.

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  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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