Senior Project Advisor
Julie Dugger
Document Type
Project - Campus-only Access
Publication Date
Winter 2024
Keywords
Helen, Troy, Victim, Villain, Woman, Patriarchy, Feminism, Poetry
Abstract
This poetry collection explores the complex mythological figure of Helen of Troy. Each of the seven poems was inspired by ancient source material, ranging from the 8th-4th century BCE, invoking the subject of Helen of Troy. The poems explore the various ways in which Helen of Troy was depicted in archaic and classical Greek texts and reflect on the legacies of strong women within patriarchal societies.
Department
Honors
Recommended Citation
Lillis, Anne, "Villain or Victim: A Poetic Interpretation of Helen of Troy’s Legacy" (2024). WWU Honors College Senior Projects. 781.
https://cedar.wwu.edu/wwu_honors/781
Type
Text
Rights
Copying of this document in whole or in part is allowable only for scholarly purposes. It is understood, however, that any copying or publication of this document for commercial purposes, or for financial gain, shall not be allowed without the author’s written permission.
Language
English
Format
application/pdf