Homer and Classical Epic mind maps

Exploring Homer and Classical Epic mind maps

The maps on this page offer different ways into the poems. The Odyssey organizes characters and events by book, while The Iliad by Homer groups gods, mortals and places. For the Aeneid, Aeneid Book 6 brings together topics including heroism, family and the role of the gods.

Start with a book or character map if you want an outline. Penelope gives you a focus for studying a character, while The Odyssey - Summary of Book 1 follows the opening of the poem. For a theme, Divine Intervention in the Iliad connects the gods' actions to events in the poem.

Study with maps

Follow the branches of a map, then explain the connections in your own words. Return to the text when you need more context. Switch to a quiz on the unit page to check your understanding, or use flashcards to work on names and quotations.

Choose a map and follow one branch at a time.