Authors

Anne Lillis

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

Subjects - Topical (LCSH)

Helen, of Troy, Queen of Sparta--Poetry; Villains--Poetry; Victims--Poetry; Patriarchy--Poetry; Feminism--Poetry

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

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