Join us on a journey through the Mediterranean to explore the female characters in Homer's Odyssey. From Penelope, the ideal woman, to the monsters that Odysseus faces, we will delve into the archetypes of femininity that have influenced Western culture. We will examine how these women, nymphs, goddesses, and monsters have been portrayed over the centuries in various art forms such as literature, film, comic books, and video games. Through these interpretations and reinterpretations, we can gain insights into the culture of the times in which they were created.