In the Odyssey, the beautiful goddess Minerva shows her true nature when she sends a brisk wind from the west to speed them to their fate

softly and sweetly discusses the problems they have with humans with her father Apollo

flies away at the end of the feast in the form of an eagle

calls out to her shipmates, "All lay hands to tackle!"

Which is the best summary of emerson’s view of solitude expressed in society and solitude? spending time in solitude is preferable to spending time in society, and it is ultimately more beneficial. though solitude is not necessarily valuable in and of itself, it is important to recognize its significance within a larger community. solitude can be beneficial in that it allows the mind to contemplate necessary and difficult questions. only through spending time in solitude and in deep observation of the natural world can one find happiness within society.