How does Homer portray the Land of the Cyclops in 'The Odyssey'

Upon Odysseus' arrival to the Land of the Cyclops Homer details that the land is extremely fruitful, controlled by the gods, so that the Cyclops have no need to farm their land. The environment of the inhabitants is depicted as hostile, with the Cyclops all living separately without the need of communicating with their neighbours. Further, the Cyclops take to their own activities, such as Polyphemus who cares for his Goats that are provided by the Gods. The island is also isolated so that the inhabitants are rarely disturbed by outsiders.

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