Galatea: A Short Story
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An enchanting short story from Madeline Miller that boldly reimagines the myth of Galatea and Pygmalion, now in audio for the first time
**Performed by Ruth Wilson and featuring an afterword by Madeline Miller**
In ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece—the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen—the gift of life. After marrying her, he expects Galatea to please him, to be obedience and humility personified. But she has desires of her own and yearns for independence.
In a desperate bid by her obsessive husband to keep her under control, Galatea is locked away under the constant supervision of doctors and nurses. But with a daughter to rescue, she is determined to break free, whatever the cost . . . With a spellbinding performance by Ruth Wilson (His Dark Materials, The Affair), step back into Madeline Miller's mythic world.
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Madeline Miller. (2023). Galatea: A Short Story. Unabridged HarperAudio.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Madeline Miller. 2023. Galatea: A Short Story. HarperAudio.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Madeline Miller, Galatea: A Short Story. HarperAudio, 2023.
MLA Citation (style guide)Madeline Miller. Galatea: A Short Story. Unabridged HarperAudio, 2023.
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An enchanting short story from Madeline Miller that boldly reimagines the myth of Galatea and Pygmalion, now in audio for the first time
**Performed by Ruth Wilson and featuring an afterword by Madeline Miller**
In ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece—the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen—the gift of life. After marrying her, he expects Galatea to please him, to be obedience and humility personified. But she has desires of her own and yearns for independence.
In a desperate bid by her obsessive husband to keep her under control, Galatea is locked away under the constant supervision of doctors and nurses. But with a daughter to rescue, she is determined to break free, whatever the cost . . . With a spellbinding performance by Ruth Wilson (His Dark Materials, The Affair), step back into Madeline Miller's mythic world.
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February 1, 2024
Carved from stone and brought to life by a goddess's gift, Galatea was crafted to be the "perfect" woman. Her husband and creator wanted a silent, submissive woman to meet his every physical need, so he's enraged by her independence and intelligence. He soon locks her away, paying doctors and nurses to assert that she's unwell both physically and mentally. Though she could probably bear his controlling nature for her own sake, as his unsettling obsession increases, she is determined to secure freedom for her daughter, no matter the cost. Miller (Circe) presents a compelling short story adaptation of Ovid's Metamorphoses, a lyrical blend of mythological and literary fiction. While Ovid's ivory woman was nameless, Miller's Galatea is a strong, sentient heroine. Narrator Ruth Wilson gives an earnest, expressive performance of Galatea's first-person perspective. She expertly captures every emotion, from fear to ferocity, making this fantastical tale deeply relatable. VERDICT Will appeal to listeners seeking a haunting short story with classical inspiration and unsettling contemporary implications. Recommended for fans of Jennifer Saint, Natalie Haynes, and Claire Heywood.--Lauren Hackert
Copyright 2024 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.
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**Performed by Ruth Wilson and featuring an afterword by Madeline Miller**
In ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece—the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen—the gift of life. After marrying her, he expects Galatea to please him, to be obedience and humility personified. But she has desires of her own and yearns for independence.
In a desperate bid by her obsessive husband to keep her under control, Galatea is locked away under the constant supervision of doctors and nurses. But with a daughter to rescue, she is determined to break free, whatever the cost . . . With a spellbinding performance by Ruth Wilson (His Dark Materials, The Affair), step back into Madeline Miller's mythic world.
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