Books 5 - 8 are about how Odysseus left Calypso's island and traveled many weary days and nights on sea, landing on Scheria, the island of the Phaiacians. They tell of his relaxing yet sorrowful time there, spent celebrating and playing the local games.
They tell Odysseus' story.
They back up the themes of hospitality and loyalty. Hospitality because they show the kindness of the Phaiacians to a complete stranger and loyalty because they show Odysseus' loyalty to his home and family and the loyalty of Athena to make sure he reaches his home safely.
These books are important because Odysseus finally leaves Calypso's island, beginning his journey home, and provide a setting for Odysseus to tell his story.
"The Odyssey - Books V-VIII"
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