The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood
The Myth of Penelope and Odysseus
In this imaginative retelling of a classic myth, the story unfolds from the perspective of Penelope, the wife of Odysseus, who reflects on her life and the events surrounding her husband's prolonged absence during the Trojan War. Set in the afterlife, Penelope offers a candid and often humorous account of her struggles to maintain control over her household amidst the chaos of suitors vying for her hand. Interwoven with the voices of the twelve maids who were executed upon Odysseus's return, this narrative challenges traditional interpretations, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of female agency in a patriarchal society.
- Published
- 2005
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 192-200
- Original Language
- English
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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