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Emily Hauser

    January 1, 1987

    Emily Hauser's work masterfully reimagines ancient myths, drawing readers into timeless narratives of ambition and heroism. Trained in Classics and holding a PhD, she brings a deep scholarly understanding to her retellings, infusing them with a modern sensibility. Her distinctive approach explores the enduring themes of victory and the complex dynamics of human relationships through captivating storytelling. Her novels invite readers to reconsider legendary tales through a fresh, compelling lens.

    Die Frauen von Troja
    For The Immortal
    For The Most Beautiful
    For the Winner
    Mythica
    • Mythica

      A New History of Homer's World, Through the Women Written Out of It

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Focusing on the untold stories of women from the Trojan War, Emily Hauser uncovers the real lives of figures like Helen of Troy, Briseis, and Penelope. This groundbreaking work challenges the male-dominated narratives of ancient history by revealing the roles of queens, mothers, warriors, and slaves through meticulous research, including original texts and recent archaeological findings. Hauser's exploration offers a fresh perspective on the Bronze Age Aegean, showcasing the significant contributions and experiences of women in the myths of Homer's epics.

      Mythica
      4.3
    • For the Winner

      • 448 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      In For the Winner, Emily Hauser tells the compelling story of the brave, strong and clever Atalanta as she seeks to take her rightful place in her father's life. Her many adventures with Jason and his Argonauts kept me utterly absorbed. Here is a heroine to cheer for, and a book to cherish. Margot Livesey

      For the Winner
      3.7
    • For The Most Beautiful

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading

      "The first book in a trilogy based on the myths of the Golden Apples"--Book jacket.

      For The Most Beautiful
      3.8
    • For The Immortal

      • 320 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      'Offers a fresh and feminist take' Madeline Miller, bestselling author of Circe Thousands of years ago, two remarkable women found themselves swept up in one of the greatest legends of all . Hauser's fresh perspective on one of the great archetypal epics, in focusing on the marginalised women's stories, makes for fascinating reading .

      For The Immortal
      3.5