Divine Might
Goddesses in Greek Myth
(Author) Natalie HaynesGet ready to meet the goddesses. In Divine Might, Natalie Haynes, the bestselling author of Stone Blind and Pandora's Jar, introduces us to the stories of the Greek goddesses. As fearsome, powerful and beloved as their male counterparts, it's time to look beyond the columns of a ruined temple to the awesome power within . . . We meet Hera, who, whilst most often known for enacting vicious, creative revenge on the women - mortal or otherwise - who catch the wandering eye of her husband Zeus, turns out not to be such a villain after all. We meet Demeter, a mother who will go to any lengths, no matter the cost, to retrieve her daughter Persephone from Hades' clutches. We'll be introduced to The Furies, three women who will literally go to the ends of the earth to enact bloody vengeance but who, surprisingly, are the goddesses who can teach us the most about the way we live now. Examining the role of these goddesses and more, Divine Might will change everything you thought you knew about our most ancient stories. Full of fire, fury and devotion, Natalie Haynes brings the divine women of Olympia kicking and screaming into the modern age.
Natalie Haynes
Natalie Haynes is a British writer, broadcaster, and classicist known for her witty and insightful commentary on ancient Greek literature and mythology. She has written several books, including "The Ancient Guide to Modern Life" and "The Amber Fury," which blend classical themes with contemporary issues. Haynes is also a regular contributor to newspapers and radio programs, where she discusses the relevance of ancient stories to modern society. Her work has been praised for its engaging style and clever analysis of timeless themes. One of her most famous works is "A Thousand Ships," a retelling of the Trojan War from the perspectives of the women involved. Haynes has made a significant impact on the literary genre of classical retellings, bringing ancient stories to life for a new generation of readers.
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