The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller Summary
Overview of The Song of Achilles
A breathtaking retelling of Greek mythology's greatest love story, "The Song of Achilles" won the Orange Prize and captivated over 35,000 Goodreads readers. What made this queer romance between legendary warriors so revolutionary it sparked a global mythology renaissance?
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A Timeless Love Story Reimagined
The Song of Achilles transforms Homer's ancient epic into an intimate love story that feels startlingly modern while honoring its classical roots. When Patroclus, a young exiled prince, meets the golden, perfect Achilles, their unlikely connection defies the expectations of gods and men alike. Their relationship begins tentatively - two boys swimming in the sea, racing along beaches, sharing quiet conversations - before blossoming into something profound. What makes their bond so moving is how it transcends the competitive nature of Greek society. In a world obsessed with glory, they create something different: a relationship based on mutual appreciation rather than dominance. "How could I be ashamed to lose to such beauty?" Patroclus reflects. "It was enough to watch him win, to see the flashing soles of his feet kicking up sand." Through lyrical prose and psychological depth, the story breathes new life into characters who have existed for millennia, making us feel their joys and sorrows as if they were our contemporaries.
When Gods Meddle in Mortal Affairs
An Education in Humanity
The Machinery of War Strips Away Illusions
When Pride Costs Everything
Grief Transforms the Greatest of the Greeks
What Truly Makes Us Immortal
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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