Galatea, a mythological figure, finds her own voice in this book by Madeline Miller. This Dutch hardcover is richly illustrated by Ambra Garlaschelli and offers a modern, mythic retelling about autonomy and motherhood.
The story centers on a sculptor from ancient Greece who carves a woman from marble. When Pygmalion’s creation, Galatea, comes to life, she refuses to submit to his expectations. Her desire for freedom and her role as a mother form the heart of this powerful narrative.
The edition combines a contemporary perspective on love and possession with a carefully illustrated presentation, making it a unique gift and collector’s book.