The relationship between Odysseus and the enchantress Circe, from hostility to alliance.
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Circe's Enchantment
The Witch's Power
Turning Men to Pigs
Circe drugs Odysseus's men and turns them into pigs.
Odysseus's Resistance
With Hermes' help, Odysseus resists her magic and forces her to restore his men.
The Oath
Circe swears not to harm him, and they become lovers.
A Year with Circe
The Enchantress as Hostess
Feasting and Comfort
Circe provides for Odysseus and his men. They live in luxury.
Advice and Prophecy
Circe gives Odysseus crucial advice for his journey, including how to navigate the Underworld.
The Departure
Odysseus decides to leave, and Circe helps him prepare.
