Galatea
The instant Sunday Times bestseller
(Author) Madeline MillerFrom the internationally bestselling and prize-winning author of The Song of Achilles and Circe, an enchanting short story that boldly reimagines the myth of Galatea and Pygmalion. A small hardback edition featuring a new afterword by Madeline Miller In Ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece - the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen - the gift of life. Now his wife, he expects Galatea to please him, to be obedience and humility personified. But she has desires of her own, and yearns for independence. In a desperate bid by her obsessive husband to keep her under control, she is locked away under the constant supervision of doctors and nurses. But with a daughter to rescue, she is determined to break free, whatever the cost... _______ Praise for CIRCE 'A thrilling tour de force of imagination' Mail on Sunday 'A bold and subversive retelling' New York Times 'A novel to be gobbled greedily in one sitting' Observer 'A remarkable achievement' Sunday Times
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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