Cassandra by Christa Wolf
A Novel and Four Essays
The novel is a retelling of the Trojan War from the perspective of Cassandra, the doomed prophetess and daughter of Priam, the king of Troy. Through her eyes, we experience the final days of the legendary city and her own tragic fate. The narrative delves into themes of power, feminism, and the role of women in history and myth, as Cassandra reflects on her life, her prophetic gift that was both a blessing and a curse, and the events leading up to the city's downfall. Her internal monologue provides a poignant and introspective examination of human nature, war, and the often-unheard voices of women in the shadow of great historical narratives.
The 1694th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1983
- Nationality
- German
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 305
- Original Language
- German
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Kassandra
- Kassandra. Erzählung.
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