Myths & Legends
Famous Greek myths and the ideas behind them — hubris, the Muses, Sisyphus, Narcissus, Medea and the poets who told their stories.
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Complete Guide
Greek Mythology
A comprehensive guide to Greek mythology covering the Olympian gods, legendary heroes, terrifying monsters, and the epic myths that shaped Western civilization.
Stories & Questions
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Hesiod
A complete guide to Hesiod, the early Greek poet of the Theogony and Works and Days, including his life, his cosmogony, and his importance for Greek myth.
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Homer
A complete guide to Homer, the early Greek poet of the Iliad and Odyssey, including the Homeric question, the Epic Cycle, and Homer's place in the Western tradition.
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Hubris in Greek Mythology
A complete guide to hubris in Greek mythology, the sin of excessive pride that brought down heroes, including examples and the role of nemesis.
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The Muses of Greek Mythology
A complete guide to the nine Muses of Greek mythology, including their names, domains, symbols, and their influence on Western arts and culture.
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The Myth of Sisyphus
A complete guide to Sisyphus, the king of Corinth who was condemned to roll a stone up a hill for eternity, including his myth and the cultural legacy.
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The Story of Narcissus
A complete guide to the myth of Narcissus, who fell in love with his own reflection, including the flower and the origins of 'narcissism'.
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Tiresias
A complete guide to Tiresias, the blind Theban prophet of Greek myth, including his unusual life, his role in the Iliad and the Odyssey, and his literary afterlife.
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Who Was Medea? The Sorceress of Colchis
A complete guide to Medea, the sorceress of Colchis who helped Jason win the Golden Fleece, including her tragic love story and her revenge.