Telemachus has been away from Ithaca for approximately a year. He embarked on his journey to seek news of his father, Odysseus, shortly after the events that unfolded in The Odyssey's early chapters. His travels take him to various locations in search of information about Odysseus, leaving his home unprotected and vulnerable to the suitors who have overrun it in his absence.
10 years
Telemachus and Odysseus met in the palace of Odysseus in Ithaca. After a long journey, Telemachus returned home and encountered his father, who had been disguised as a beggar. Their meeting was emotional, as Telemachus initially did not recognize Odysseus. This reunion marked the beginning of their collaboration to reclaim Odysseus's throne from the suitors.
In Ithaca, Penelope and Telemachus are awaiting for Odysseus' s long return. In the beginning this is pretty much all that's going on.
About a year. He spent some time with Nestor, stayed in Sparta for a month, and then traveled for a bit.
Odysseus is away from fair Ithaca for 20 years. The war of Troy lasts for 10 years, and his journey (the Odyssey) lasts 10 more years. In these 20 years, he does not see either his wife Penelope or his son Telemachus.
10 years
Telemachus and Odysseus met in the palace of Odysseus in Ithaca. After a long journey, Telemachus returned home and encountered his father, who had been disguised as a beggar. Their meeting was emotional, as Telemachus initially did not recognize Odysseus. This reunion marked the beginning of their collaboration to reclaim Odysseus's throne from the suitors.
In Ithaca, Penelope and Telemachus are awaiting for Odysseus' s long return. In the beginning this is pretty much all that's going on.
About a year. He spent some time with Nestor, stayed in Sparta for a month, and then traveled for a bit.
Odysseus weeps in Ithaca when he is recognized by his loyal dog, Argos, who then passes away after waiting faithfully for his return. Odysseus also weeps when he reunites with his son Telemachus and wife Penelope, overwhelmed with joy and relief to be home after his long journey.
1 year
Odysseus is away from fair Ithaca for 20 years. The war of Troy lasts for 10 years, and his journey (the Odyssey) lasts 10 more years. In these 20 years, he does not see either his wife Penelope or his son Telemachus.
20 years
Telemachus learns that his mother, Penelope, has been besieged by suitors who are vying for her hand in marriage, and who have been taking advantage of his father's absence to plunder their household. He also discovers that Penelope has remained faithful to Odysseus despite the suitors' pressure and attempts to force her into a new marriage.
20 years
Odysseus first met his grown son Telemachus in the hall of their home in Ithaca, after returning from his long journey. Telemachus had been searching for news of his father, believing him to be dead, while Odysseus had been disguised as a beggar upon his arrival. Their reunion was emotional, as they embraced after years of separation and uncertainty. This meeting marked the beginning of their collaboration to reclaim their home from the suitors vying for Penelope's hand.
Odysseus longs to be back in his homeland of Ithaca, where his wife Penelope and son Telemachus are waiting for him. Throughout his journey, he struggles to return home and faces numerous challenges and obstacles along the way.