What was what was Odysseus's childhood like?

Answer 1

Odysseus was generally said to be the son of Anticlea and of King Laertes of Ithaca. However, some stories maintain that his father was Sisyphus, founder of the city of Corinth and a cunning man who outwitted the god Hades*. This version says that Sisyphus seduced Anticlea before her marriage to Laertes and that Odysseus inherited his cleverness from Sisyphus.

Educated by the centaur Chiron, Odysseus began to display great strength and courage at an early age. While out hunting with his uncles and his grandfather, the young hero saved the adults by killing a wild boar. Before the creature died, however, it wounded Odysseus on the leg with its sharp tusk, leaving a permanent scar.

When Odysseus reached manhood, King Laertes stepped aside and let his son rule Ithaca.

by: Carlos Fernandez Lopez

Answer 2

Odysseus's childhood was relatively uneventful, as he grew up in Ithaca as the son of Laertes and Anticlea. He was known for his intelligence and cunning even from a young age, traits that would later serve him well in his adventures. Odysseus was educated by his tutor, Mentor, and taught skills such as hunting, farming, and athletic feats.