Description
- ISBN-13: 9781911617631
- Publisher: Scribe Publications
- Binding: Paperback
- No of Pages: 320
- Weight: 262 gr
- ISBN-10: 191161763X
- Publisher Date: 14 Nov 2019
- Height: 193 mm
- Spine Width: 21 mm
- Width: 120 mm
Availability: In Stock
The Mere Wife
SKU: 9781911617631
Original price was: ₹1,099.00.₹802.27Current price is: ₹802.27.
A captivating modern retelling of Beowulf, “The Mere Wife” by Maria Dahvana Headley weaves a spellbinding tale of motherhood, myth, and the monsters we create. In a gated community, two women clash: Willa, a wealthy, isolated mother, and Gren, a fierce, outcast mother. Their conflict mirrors the ancient feud between Beowulf and Grendel’s mother, exploring themes of class, privilege, and the wildness within us all. 9781911617631
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Agamjot Singh Gaudh –
Not what I expected! Found it hard to get into, even after multiple attempts, it didn’t catch my attention. The writing style wasn’t for me.
Srishti Singh –
A unique and daring interpretation. Some parts were confusing, but the overall message about society and prejudice resonated deeply.
Ritika Semwal –
I appreciate the attempt to modernize Beowulf, but it didn’t quite work for me. The characters felt underdeveloped, and the plot dragged.
Mudit Narayan Dubey –
I enjoyed the concept and the feminist slant, but the execution felt a little muddled. Some parts were brilliant, others fell flat. A mixed bag.
Balamuri Sai Sravan –
Headley’s writing is gorgeous, but I struggled to connect with the characters. The themes were interesting, though the pacing felt uneven. An ambitious, but flawed novel.
Deepkumar Devendrasingh Khinchi –
Completely captivating from beginning to end! Headley’s prose is exquisite. A must-read for fans of mythology and literary fiction.
Sneha Matura –
A haunting and lyrical novel. The exploration of ‘monster’ was fascinating. Some slow moments, but overall, a powerful read.
Piyush Upadhyay –
This book is a masterpiece! The way Headley reimagines the Beowulf myth is genius. I’ll be thinking about this one for a long time.
Anita Bhengra –
Absolutely stunning! ‘The Mere Wife’ is a brilliant and thought-provoking take on a classic. The ending left me breathless. Highly recommend!
Ravi Duhan –
A bold reimagining of Beowulf! I loved the exploration of motherhood and class, but found some of the modern parallels a bit heavy-handed. Still worth a read!