1. 'The most rewarding thing'
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TEACHERS as authors , *ACHILLES (Mythological character) in literature , *CANON (Literature) , *ARTISTIC creation , *HOMOSEXUALITY in literature , *EDUCATION - Abstract
The article discusses the career of Madeline Miller, a teacher and author of the book "The Song of Achilles." It comments on Miller's inspiration for her book, her teaching career, and her interest in Classical literature and Latin. Other topics explored include the novel's connection with homosexuality, Miller's academic interest in the story of Achilles from Homer's "Iliad," and keeping teaching and writing separate.
- Published
- 2012