Emily Hauser Knihy

Focusing on the untold stories of women from the Trojan War, Emily Hauser uncovers the real lives of figures like Helen of Troy, Briseis, and Penelope. This groundbreaking work challenges the male-dominated narratives of ancient history by revealing the roles of queens, mothers, warriors, and slaves through meticulous research, including original texts and recent archaeological findings. Hauser's exploration offers a fresh perspective on the Bronze Age Aegean, showcasing the significant contributions and experiences of women in the myths of Homer's epics.

In For the Winner, Emily Hauser tells the compelling story of the brave, strong and clever Atalanta as she seeks to take her rightful place in her father's life. Her many adventures with Jason and his Argonauts kept me utterly absorbed. Here is a heroine to cheer for, and a book to cherish. Margot Livesey

"The first book in a trilogy based on the myths of the Golden Apples"--Book jacket.

'Offers a fresh and feminist take' Madeline Miller, bestselling author of Circe Thousands of years ago, two remarkable women found themselves swept up in one of the greatest legends of all . Hauser's fresh perspective on one of the great archetypal epics, in focusing on the marginalised women's stories, makes for fascinating reading .