Should I read “the song of Achilles”?“The Song of Achilles...should be read and enjoyed for itself, but if Madeline Miller’s novel sends the reader back to Homer and his successors, she is to be thanked for that as well.” — Washington Independent Review of Books
When is the song of Achilles by Madeline Miller published?The Song of Achilles is her first novel. Her second novel, Circe, will be published in April 2018. Visit her website at: www.madelinemiller.com Woot!
What is the book Achilles about?Alternate cover edition of ISBN 9780062060624. Achilles, "the best of all the Greeks," son of the cruel sea goddess Thetis and the legendary king Peleus, is strong, swift, and beautiful, irresistible to all who meet him. Patroclus is an awkward young prince, exiled from his homeland after an act of shocking violence.
What is the theme of the song of Achilles?The Song of Achilles is a retelling, one which takes the myth and runs with it. Here Achilles really is the son of a sea nymph, he is trained by a centaur, and gods play their part in the lives of man.
Does Barnes and Nobles have Song of Achilles?The Song of Achilles (B&N Exclusive Edition) by Madeline Miller, Hardcover | Barnes & Noble®
Is Song of Achilles LGBT?The raw depiction of love and passion, coupled with natural but complex character development, makes for a gripping read. Many would classify this novel as typical LGBTQ+ literature because after all, the two main characters are in a same-sex relationship.
Is the Song of Achilles inappropriate?The book is certainly appropriate for YA and up. The prose is elegant in its simplicity.
How long will it take me to read the Song of Achilles?The average reader will spend 6 hours and 58 minutes reading this book at 250 WPM (words per minute).
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