Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men: Reclaiming the Stories of Mythology's Most Iconic Women, Goddesses, and Female Monsters

By: Mara Gold

Published by Running Press Adult, 2026-05-26

Discover The Characters In Greek, Roman, And World Myths Who Were Shaping And Subverting Womanhood From The Very Beginning. It's Time To Reclaim The Narrative. Was Circe Truly Just A Temptress And Witch? Were The Amazonian Women Nothing More Than Bloodthirsty Warriors? Was Athena The Virginal Role Model Women Really Needed? From Cunning Goddess To Misunderstood Monsters, Ancient Myths And Legends Without Men Centers The Women So Often Sidelined In Classical Mythology. While Traditional Tales Cast Them In The Shadows Of Male Gods And Heroes, This Fresh, Feminist Exploration Brings Women's Stories To The Forefront. Author And Expert Classicist Mara Gold Reexamines Figures Including Hera, Circe, And Medusa, As Well As Female Characters From Myths Across The World. This Illustrated Book Challenges Long Held Narratives And Invites Readers To See These Characters Through A Modern Lens, Revealing Their Enduring Influence And Relevance Today. Whether You're A Mythology Lover, A Fan Of Feminist Retellings, Or A Newcomer To These Tales, This Book Is Your Accessible Guide To The Women Who've Been In The Story All Along-- Provided By Publisher.