"Circe" is a 2018 novel by Madeline Miller, a classicist and author best known for her previous work, The Song of Achilles. The book reimagines the life of Circe, a minor figure from Homer's Odyssey and other Greek myths, transforming her from a one-dimensional witch into a fully realized protagonist. Written in lyrical, accessible prose that draws deeply from ancient sources like the Odyssey, Theogony, and Argonautica, it spans Circe's entire life, blending mythology with intimate character study. At around 400 pages, it's a standalone novel that appeals to both mythology enthusiasts and general readers.
Circe
$19.99
Follows Circe, the banished witch daughter of Helios, as she hones her powers and interacts with famous mythological beings before a conflict with one of the most vengeful Olympians forces her to choose between the worlds of the gods and mortals.
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| Weight | 0.84 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 8.1 × 5.4 × 1.1 in |
| Language | English |
| Page Count | 416 |
| Publish Date | April 14, 2020 |
| Publisher | Little, Brown Paperbacks |
| Format | Paperback |
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