Penelope's Suitors (1887) - Edwin Lassetter Bynner - Bog

Penelope's Suitors is a novel written by Edwin Lassetter Bynner and published in 1887. The book is based on the Greek myth of Penelope, the wife of Odysseus who waited for him for 20 years while he was away fighting in the Trojan War. The novel explores the story of Penelope and her suitors, who try to win her hand in marriage while Odysseus is away. The book is set in ancient Greece and follows the lives of the suitors as they try to woo Penelope. The story is told from the perspective of Penelope, who is torn between her loyalty to her husband and her desire for freedom. The suitors are portrayed as selfish and arrogant, with each one trying to outdo the other in their attempts to win Penelope over.As the story unfolds, Penelope becomes increasingly frustrated with the suitors and their constant demands for her attention. She longs for her husband to return and put an end to their advances. Meanwhile, Odysseus is battling his way home, facing many obstacles along the way.Penelope's Suitors is a timeless tale of love, loyalty, and perseverance. Bynner's vivid descriptions of ancient Greece transport the reader back in time and bring the characters to life. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Greek mythology, romance, or historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.