The Silence of the Girls by Pat Barker
The novel is a retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of Briseis, a queen turned slave to the legendary Achilles. It explores the brutal realities and hardships endured by women during wartime, often silenced in traditional narratives. The book delves into themes of power, survival, and the female experience in a male-dominated world, offering a fresh, feminist perspective on a classic tale.
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- Published
- 2018
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- El Silencio De Las Mujeres
- O Silêncio Das Mulheres
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 67th on The 100 best books of the 21st century (The Guardian)