The ancient Greeks were deeply interested in the concept of the afterlife, much like the Egyptians, who explored it in works such as the renowned Book of the Dead. The Petelia Gold Tablet is ...
In Homer's account in The Odyssey, Penelope, wife of Odysseus and cousin of the beautiful Helen of Troy, is portrayed as the quintessential faithful wife. She is left alone for 20 years while her ...
Brimming with life lessons, moral dilemmas and captivating character arcs of legendary figures from Hades and Persephone to Medusa and Odysseus, these Greek mythology books are sure to sweep you ...