Wild Women of the Odyssey (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168650641)

Wild Women of the Odyssey is a book written by Julien Hyer that explores the role of women in the ancient Greek epic poem, The Odyssey. The book specifically focuses on the female characters who are often overlooked or dismissed in traditional interpretations of the poem. Hyer argues that these women, such as Circe, Calypso, and Penelope, are not just passive figures but are complex and powerful in their own right. The author delves into their stories, analyzing their motivations, actions, and relationships with the male characters. Through this analysis, Hyer sheds light on the themes of gender, power, and agency in The Odyssey. The book is a thought-provoking and insightful look at the often-overlooked female characters in one of the most famous works of ancient literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Julien Hyer
ISBN-10: 116865064X
ISBN-13: 9781168650641
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 34
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d