The diploma thesis examines the motif of immortality contrasted with human nature, focusing particularly on the mythical character of the witch Circe as presented by Homer in The Odyssey. Even in the ancient epic, certain human traits of the deities can be discerned, but American writer Madeline Miller, who expands Homer's portrayal of Circe in her eponymous novel, significantly broadens this perspective. Drawing from the mythological narrative provided by The Odyssey, the thesis analyzes events foregrounding the divine nature and immortality, seeking to understand them in the context of the novel's protagonist, Circe, who throughout the story constantly strives for mortal life. In comparing divine immortality with the human experience of mortal life in these two works, I also included Telegony, which, unlike Miller's novel, glorifies immortality.
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