Circe : The stunning new anniversary edition from the author of international bestseller The Song of Achilles

Circe : The stunning new anniversary edition from the author of international bestseller The Song of Achilles

(Author) Madeline Miller
Format: Paperback
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"In the house of Helios, god of the sun and mightiest of the Titans, a daughter is born. But Circe has neither the look nor the voice of divinity, and is scorned and rejected by her kin. Increasingly isolated, she turns to mortals for companionship, leading her to discover a power forbidden to the gods: witchcraft. When love drives Circe to cast a dark spell, wrathful Zeus banishes her to the remote island of Aiaia. There she learns to harness her occult craft, drawing strength from nature. But she will not always be alone; many are destined to pass through Circe's place of exile, entwining their fates with hers. The messenger god, Hermes. The craftsman, Daedalus. A ship bearing a golden fleece. And wily Odysseus, on his epic voyage home. There is danger for a solitary woman in this world, and Circe's independence draws the wrath of men and gods alike. To protect what she holds dear, Circe must decide whether she belongs with the deities she is born from, or the mortals she has come to love. Breathing life into the ancient world, Madeline Miller weaves an intoxicating tale of gods and heroes, magic and monsters, survival and transformation." --Publisher.

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Publisher:
BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
353
ISBN:
9781408890042
Publish year:
2019
Publish date:
April 1, 2019

Madeline Miller

Madeline Miller is an American author known for her compelling retellings of Greek mythology. Her debut novel, "The Song of Achilles," won the Orange Prize for Fiction in 2012 and has been praised for its lyrical prose and emotional depth. Miller's writing style blends historical accuracy with modern sensibilities, breathing new life into ancient myths. Her second novel, "Circe," further solidified her reputation as a master storyteller, exploring the life of the enchantress from Homer's "Odyssey." Miller's works have had a significant impact on the literary genre of mythological retellings, captivating readers with her vivid characters and rich storytelling.

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