Rediscover legendary tales from Ancient Mythology centred around the stories of women perfect
for fans of Mythos Circe Pandora and Clytemnestra in this beautifully-illustrated bold
feminist retelling of ancient mythological stories written by expert classicist Mara Gold.
"Uncovers not only what women are doing in myth but why they still matter today" Emily Hauser
bestselling author of Mythica Homemaker. Virgin. Warrior. Witch. Madwoman. Monster. The
labels applied to mythological women echo throughout history. These archetypes created in the
Ancient World still resonate today. From the stories of the virgin goddesses Athena and
Artemis the contrasting depictions of wifely duty in Clytemnestra and Penelope the ecstatic
frenzies of the Maenads Echidna-the so-called mother of all monsters-and the misunderstood
Medusa Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men reveals a world where powerful women were both
worshipped and feared. Accompanied with beautiful illustrations throughout uncover the real
stories behind the women of Ancient Mythology and find what they can teach us about being a
woman today. Discover the goddesses warriors witches and monsters who shaped and subverted
womanhood from the very beginning ...
