Medusa – Women in Antiquity

The Villainization of Medea and Medusa in Ancient Art and Literature

April 3, 2021

Women who strayed from the standard in ancient Greece were often depicted as monsters and villains in both art and literature. Medea and Medusa are a prime example of women who were villainized because they didn’t fit stereotypical gender roles. … More The Villainization of Medea and Medusa in Ancient Art and Literature

Medusa and Her Sisters: The Gorgons

March 31, 2017

Medusa and the Gorgons can be seen to have had a long history in Greek, and later, Roman mythology. However, it is Medusa whose popularity far outstripped that of her sisters. It is in the context of this development that the Gorgons, and Medusa, will be discussed. … More Medusa and Her Sisters: The Gorgons