Cassandra

Christa Wolf · 1983 · Novel

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Strong-willed heroine in societal conflict

It reimagines a classic mythological figure from a deeply psychological and feminist perspective, giving agency and voice to a character whose tragic fate is often presented as a given.

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This novel retells the Trojan War story through the eyes of Cassandra, the prophetess of Troy, exploring her struggle to be heard and believed in a patriarchal society. It delves into her insights into the nature of war, power, and the decline of a civilization.

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Circe· 2018↓ open

'Cassandra' predates 'Circe' by decades, offering a significant early example of a feminist reinterpretation of a Greek mythological figure, providing a complex inner life and critical perspective to a character traditionally defined by her prophetic curse.