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Exploring the authorship of the "Odyssey," this work presents a compelling argument that a woman, rather than Homer, composed the epic. Samuel Butler delves into historical and literary analysis, examining the narrative style and themes that suggest a female perspective. He challenges traditional views, offering insights into the role of women in ancient Greece and the significance of their contributions to literature. Butler's thought-provoking examination invites readers to reconsider established notions of authorship and gender in classical texts.
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The Authoress of the Odyssey, Samuel Butler
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- Released
- 2020
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Samuel Butler
- Publisher
- Outlook Verlag
- Released
- 2020
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 260
- ISBN13
- 9783752345278
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction
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- Exploring the authorship of the "Odyssey," this work presents a compelling argument that a woman, rather than Homer, composed the epic. Samuel Butler delves into historical and literary analysis, examining the narrative style and themes that suggest a female perspective. He challenges traditional views, offering insights into the role of women in ancient Greece and the significance of their contributions to literature. Butler's thought-provoking examination invites readers to reconsider established notions of authorship and gender in classical texts.