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The Penelopiad

Margaret Atwood
eng. The Penelopiad · 2005
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Main Ideas

Main Ideas

  • Retelling the myth of Odysseus from Penelope's perspective
  • A feminist interpretation of a classic story
  • Exploration of women's roles in ancient Greek society
  • Issues of power and powerlessness
  • Themes of fidelity and betrayal
  • Critique of patriarchal structures
  • Reimagining the myth through a modern lens
  • Questions of justice and revenge
  • Giving voice to women overshadowed by great men
  • Use of humor and irony to explore serious themes
The Penelopiad
Date of publication: 23 October 2024
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Author: 
Margaret Atwood
Original title: eng. The Penelopiad · 2005
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