"Bilitis" is a fictional character created by the French poet Pierre Louÿs in his 1894 work titled "Les Chansons de Bilitis." The book presents a collection of poems that are purportedly written by Bilitis, a woman from ancient Greece. The poems explore themes of love, desire, and the beauty of nature, reflecting the emotional experiences of a woman in a historical context. The character of Bilitis is often associated with Sappho, another famous poet from Lesbos, known for her lyrical poetry about love and relationships. Louÿs' work aims to evoke the sensuality and intimacy of Bilitis' experiences, contributing to the literary tradition of celebrating female voices in poetry.