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Book 534: The Penelopiad - Margaret Atwood (2005)

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Book at a glance: The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood, published in 2005, reimagines Homer’s Odyssey through the lens of Penelope and the twelve hanged maids. Set in Hades, it explores their stories, offering a feminist and satirical critique of the original epic. Atwood gives voice to overlooked characters, delving into themes of loyalty, power, and justice with dark humor and sharp wit.

Genre: Canada, Classics, Fantasy, Feminism, Fiction, Greek Mythology, Historical, Historical Fiction, Mythology, Retellings

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