Summary - Galatea: Based On The Book By Madeline Miller

SUMMARY

GALATEA

BASED ON THE BOOK BY MADELINE MILLER

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: BRIEF BOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

Confinement and Mistrust

Medical Visits and Manipulation

The Husband's Visit

Deception and Longing

Jealousy and Manipulation

The Price of Beauty

Reflections on Creation and Motherhood

Loss of Freedom

Escape and Retribution

Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"Galatea" by Madeline Miller reimagines the classical myth of Pygmalion, offering a compelling exploration of objectification, freedom, and maternal love. The story centers on Galatea, the statue brought to life, and her struggle against her husband's control. He views her as a possession and is unable to see her as a fully realized person.

Confined and isolated, Galatea yearns for autonomy and the ability to make her own choices, especially to protect her daughter Paphos. She attempts to escape with Paphos to break free from her husband's oppressive control and create a better life for her daughter.

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Release date

Audiobook: 24 February 2025