“As for the goddess’s answer, I did not care. I would have no need of her. I did not plan to live after he was gone.”
Book:The Song of Achilles
Quote by Madeline Miller
Work
The Song of Achilles
An adaptation of the Iliad, this novel explores the relationship between Achilles, the legendary warrior, and his close friend Patroclus, set against the backdrop of the Trojan War. more
Author
Madeline Miller
Madeline Miller is an American novelist known for her modern interpretations of Greek mythology. Born on July 24, 1978, she graduated from Princeton University and later earned a Ph.D. from Harvard University. Her works, 'The Song of Achilles' and 'Circe', have been widely acclaimed by readers. more
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