When we first meet Odysseus in Book V he is marooned on Calypso's island, almost
at the end of his journey. Again, why begin near the end? What do you make of the
description of Calypso's garden? How do the goddess and hero represent the roles of host
and guest? Why won't or can't Odysseus stay? Discuss a time in your life when you
wanted to make a change. How did you get there, and how will you reach your goals
now? (Stanford)