Lavinia

Interesting Facts

• The book «Lavinia» is a unique interpretation of Virgil's classic epic «Aeneid», where Ursula Le Guin gives a voice to a character who barely speaks in the original work.
• The main character, Lavinia, is only briefly mentioned in the «Aeneid», but in Le Guin's book, she becomes the central figure, telling her own story.
• Ursula Le Guin uses elements of magical realism to create a dialogue between Lavinia and the spirit of Virgil, who foretells her future.
• The book explores themes of fate, free will, and the role of women in history, offering a profound philosophical perspective on mythology and literature.
• In Le Guin's book, Lavinia is portrayed as a strong and independent woman who seeks to control her destiny despite the constraints imposed on her by society and tradition.