I want to read Ancient Greek literature (not modern literature set in Ancient Greece but actually from that time) that are written by women; don’t know where to start though.
What are some of the most famous Ancient Greek works written by women?
Could someone recommend me some works?
by kowareta_tokei
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My first thought is of Sappho- the legendary Greek poet from Lesbos. She’s why we call lesbians ‘lesbians’
Problem is that any that are written by women will have been “rebranded” as being by a man. Many reckon Homer (Iliad etc) was originally written (or possibly sung) one or more women and Homer is either a pseudonym or plagiarist.