Galatea by Madeline Miller

Galatea by Madeline Miller

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An enchanting short story from Madeline Miller that boldly reimagines the myth of Galatea and Pygmalion, now in hardcover for the first time

**A small hardcover edition featuring a new afterword by Madeline Miller**

In ancient Greece, a skilled marble sculptor has been blessed by a goddess who has given his masterpiece--the most beautiful woman the town has ever seen--the gift of life. After marrying her, he expects Galatea to please him, to be obedience and humility personified. But she has desires of her own and yearns for independence.

In a desperate bid by her obsessive husband to keep her under control, Galatea is locked away under the constant supervision of doctors and nurses. But with a daughter to rescue, she is determined to break free, whatever the cost . . . 

Dean Miller has studied canine training and animal behavior since owning his first dog and has a lifetime of knowledge with canines. Miller began private training in the homes of dogs and their owners, as well as giving classes and leading seminars on dog behavior. He devised a one-of-a-kind, hands-on approach to dog training based on positive reinforcement and loving motivation. Dogs learn to serve their masters because they want to, not because they are forced to, thanks to his teaching. Miller acquired a love of music through his musical family and his father, a well-known entertainer, in addition to a profound love of animals. He's also a musician who performs as a vocalist, songwriter, and producer.