Helen of Troy in Antiquity

Abstract

In this paper, we comprehend the most captivating mythical figure of ancient greek literature, the queen Helen of Troy in the two works of Homer: Iliad and The Odyssey. Helen, who is stunningly attractive, comes out as a symbol of duality wearing contradictory characteristics. Bearing the beauty of 'immortal goddesses", Homer depicts Helen weaving the story of war in Iliad. Helen of antiquity is not thoroughly unblamed, rather is depicted as willing and rational in her participation in the Trojan war. Though in The Odyssey, this beautiful queen is depicted as a chaste wife, generous, intelligent and softened.