Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men
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Meet the goddesses, warriors, witches, and monsters who shaped and subverted womanhood from the very beginning in this this bold, empowering illustrated collection perfect for fans of New York Times bestseller Circe.
Was Circe really just a temptress? Were the Amazons nothing more than bloodthirsty fighters? And was Athena truly...
Published By Running Press Adult
Format Hardback
Number Of Pages 240
Publication Date 05/26/2026
ISBN 9798894142739
Dimensions 5.8 inches x 8.55 inches
“Nuanced and enlightening, [Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men] succinctly relays the origin stories of contemporary empowerment symbols. Ancient mythology buffs and feminists will find much of interest.” —Publishers Weekly
"Classical scholar Gold makes a lively, informative book debut with a look at seven archetypes of mythological women... An entertaining take on ancient tales." —Kirkus Reviews
“A worthy addition to women’s studies collections.” —Library Journal
“Mara Gold’s Ancient Myths & Legends Without Men offers an intriguing collage of women’s roles in myth that bridges past and present, to uncover not only what women are doing in myth, but why they still matter today. In so doing, the volume offers a relevant, readable, and beautifully-presented overview of many women of ancient myth, opening the lid on women’s tales and showing the diverse ways in which their stories can and should be re-interpreted.” —Dr. Emily Hauser, author of Mythica
"Gold reclaims the narratives of mythological women, shedding light on their strength, resilience, and complexity. From goddesses and warriors to witches and monsters, this book reimagines ancient archetypes, offering fresh perspectives that resonate with contemporary readers." —Annette Giesecke, author of Classical Mythology A to Z