The Authoress Of The Odyssey

""The Authoress of the Odyssey"" by Samuel Butler is an investigative work that delves into the origins and authorship of the epic poem, ""The Odyssey."" Butler explores the possibility that the poem was not written by the traditionally credited author, Homer, but rather by a woman who lived in Sicily during the 8th century BCE. Through extensive analysis of linguistic and cultural clues within the text, Butler argues that this ""authoress"" was likely a member of the ruling class, well-educated and familiar with the stories and characters of the earlier epic poem, ""The Iliad."" Butler also examines the evolution of the poem over time, suggesting that it was not a single work created by one author, but rather a collaborative effort that grew and changed over generations. Overall, ""The Authoress of the Odyssey"" offers a fascinating and thought-provoking perspective on one of the most enduring works of Western literature, challenging readers to reconsider what they thought they knew about its origins and creation.An Early Attempt To Prove That A Woman Wrote The Odyssey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.