Galatea by Madeline Miller is a short story that reimagines the myth of Pygmalion and Galatea, focusing on Galatea’s perspective as she seeks to break free from the control of her creator and reclaim her own identity.
Despite only being 64 pages in length, Galatea was a national bestseller and still manages to pack a real punch.
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Book Blurb
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 . . .
About the Author
Madeline Miller is an award-winning New York Times bestselling author and classicist known for her works that reimagine ancient Greek myths.
She studied Classics at Brown University, earning her BA and MA, and has taught and tutored Latin, Greek, and Shakespeare. Madeline Miller’s work is celebrated for its depth of character, rich storytelling, and insightful reinterpretation of classical mythology.
What to read next?
If you haven’t already, I’d definitely recommend reading Madeline Miller’s other novels. If you’re looking for different authors that write about Greek Mythology, I enjoyed Elektra by Jennifer Saint and Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes.
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