About “Ulysses”
"Ulysses" is a poem in blank verse by Alfred, Lord Tennyson, written in 1833 and published in 1842. It is a dramatic monologue that presents the thoughts of the mythical hero Ulysses. After returning to his kingdom, Ithaca, following his travels, Ulysses expresses dissatisfaction and a desire for further exploration. He has reunited with his wife, Penelope, and his son, Telemachus, but still feels a strong urge to seek new experiences. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
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- 1833
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