In Greek mythology Alcinous is the king of the Phaeacians, who live in the legendary land of Scheria. He is known for the hospitality he extends to the shipwrecked Odysseus in Homer’s Odyssey. After Odysseus is discovered by Alcinous’s daughter, Nausicaa, Alcinous provides him with food and clothing. Alcinous also furnishes Odysseus with a ship, which takes him home to Ithaca, ending his 10-year journey.
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