THE IMAGE OF CIRCE IN THE WORKS OF M. MILLERAND THE ANCIENT TRADITION

This article deals the novel Circe (Circe, 2018) by American writer Madeline Miller (born July 24, 1978), which is a reconstruction of the mythological story of Circe. This novel has become an important phenomenon in contemporary literature, reanimating interest in ancient myths through the lens of a feminist perspective. The author, relying on classical sources (Hesiod, Homer, Ovid), transforms the canonical image of the sorceress, filling it with psychological depth and actual social meanings. The article substantiates that M. Miller combines loyalty to the ancient tradition with an innovative approach, creating a multifaceted portrait of Circea as a victim, creator and rebel.