The Heroine with 1001 Faces

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Focusing on the often-overlooked heroines of folklore, the book uncovers their vital roles in cultural narratives, contrasting them with traditional warrior heroes. Maria Tatar highlights how these women, armed not with swords but with domestic skills and storytelling, engage in redemptive quests and social repair. Through examples like Philomela and Arachne, it illustrates how they transform their experiences into powerful narratives, using crafts as tools for justice and resilience in a world that frequently sidelines their contributions.