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How would you describe the power of the lotus blooms over the sailors in The Lotus Eaters?
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The lotus blooms have a seductive and intoxicating power over the sailors in "The Lotus Eaters," causing them to lose their desire to return home and instead indulge in a blissful state of forgetfulness. The allure of the flowers creates a sense of apathy and contentment that traps the sailors in a dreamlike state, making them lose sight of their original purpose and responsibilities.
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Did Odysseus bring lotus blooms with him to meet the Cyclops?
No. He had to pry his men away from the lotus eaters so he couldn't take any with him.
What happened to the sailors that ate the Lotus blooms?
They became addicted to it an had to be tied down to stop from eating it.
Where did the lotus eaters come from in The Odyssey?
The Lotus Eaters came from the island that was called the land of the Lotus Eaters.
Where were the lotus eaters located?
Tunisia (land of the lotus eaters)
Do the lotus eaters eat Odysseus?
No. The Lotus eaters only ate lotus plants and were peaceful.
How does the danger posed by the sirens compare to that posed by the lotus-eaters in Odysseus?
While both groups could bring an expedition to a grinding halt, at least with the Lotus-Eaters, the crew was still alive. The Sirens lured sailors to a death on the rocky coast.
When was The Lotus Eaters - novel - created?
The Lotus Eaters - novel - was created in 2010.
What are the ratings and certificates for Where the Lotus Blooms - 2009?
Where the Lotus Blooms - 2009 is rated/received certificates of: USA:PG-13
How many pages does The Lotus Eaters - novel - have?
The Lotus Eaters - novel - has 389 pages.
When was The Lotus Eaters - Weinbaum - created?
The Lotus Eaters - Weinbaum - was created in 1935-04.
What are the release dates for Where the Lotus Blooms - 2009?
Where the Lotus Blooms - 2009 was released on: USA: 13 March 2009 (limited)
How does the danger posed by the sirens compare to that posed by the lotus- eaters?
The danger posed by the sirens is primarily physical, as they attract sailors with their enchanting voices to shipwreck on the rocks. The danger posed by the lotus-eaters is more psychological, as they tempt sailors to forget their original goal and become complacent with a sedentary lifestyle. Both threats delay the sailors from reaching their destination, but in different ways.
