The Odyssey · Character
Peisistratus
The son of Nestor who accompanies Telemachus on his journey to Sparta.
minor
Also known as brave Peisistratus
First appearance: book ii departure of telemachus from ithaca
Peisistratus first appears in 0003 book ii departure of telemachus from ithaca.
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- Mythological and Secondary Characters
- Mycenaean Royal Family
- Protagonist
- Underworld Shades
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
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- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
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