Thetis: Beyond Maternal Norms. Understanding the Concept of Motherhood through Representations of Thetis
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: In Greek mythology, Thetis, mother of Achilles, defies the traditional archetype of the ideal mother figure, portrayed instead as a complex deity with layers of strength and resentment. Often overlooked in her role as a nurturing parent, Thetis emerges from the retellings of the Iliad as a powerful goddess whose wrath and vindictiveness towards Achilles’ mortal lineage reflect her divine origins and agency. This article explores how Thetis’ character evolves beyond maternal norms, reclaiming her place as a formidable force in both mythological narrative and maternal dynamics.
Source: Esferas Literarias
Author: Gulcan Irmak Aslanoglu
Institution: İzmir University of Economics
Language: English
Subfield: Literature and Literary Theory
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405911343