Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men

by Mara Gold

Rediscover legendary tales from Ancient Mythology, centred around the stories of women, perfect for fans of Mythos, Circe, Pandora and Clytemnestra in this beautifully-illustrated bold feminist retelling of ancient mythological stories, written by expert classicist Mara Gold.

Discover the goddesses, warriors, witches, and monsters who shaped and subverted womanhood from the very beginning ...


Homemaker. Virgin. Warrior. Witch. Madwoman. Monster.

The labels applied to mythological women echo throughout history. These archetypes, created in the Ancient World, still resonate today.

From the stories of the virgin goddesses Athena and Artemis, the contrasting depictions of wifely duty in Clytemnestra and Penelope, the ecstatic frenzies of the Maenads, Echidna—the so-called mother of all monsters—and the misunderstood Medusa, Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men reveals a world where powerful women were both worshipped and feared.

Accompanied with beautiful illustrations throughout, uncover the real stories behind the women of Ancient Mythology and find what they can teach us about being a woman today.

Genres: Nonfiction, Mythology, Feminism, History, Adult, Retellings, Greece

240 pages, Hardcover

Published May 26, 2026

Reviews

[Uralte Morla]

Es ist eine großartige Idee, sich den weiblichen Figuren der Mythologie zu widmen und dieses Buch ist wirklich sehr schön aufgemacht.
Es ist auch super als Einstieg in die Mythologie geeignet, wenn man erstmal einen Überblick haben möchte oder auch einfach kurz zu einzelnen Frauen etwas erfahren möchte (auch wenn natürlich nicht alle darin aufgeführt sind, funktioniert es quasi als erstes kleines Nachschlagewerk ganz gut.)
Wer allerdings Nacherzählungen der verschiedenen Geschichten erwartet oder eine quellenbedingte feministische Lesart ist hier falsch.
Das Buch ist in Kategorien geteilt, die wiederum die Frauen in bestimmte Kategorien sortiert. Für den Überblick wunderbar, die Texte bleiben dann eben eher Lexikonmäßig. Aber inhaltlich ist das alles trotzdem sehr spannend.
Was ich auch mochte: Dass popkulturelle Bezüge kurz erwähnt werden.
Was mich allerdings wirklich stört: Es gibt kein Quellenverzeichnis, keine Fußnoten mit Quellen, keine konkreten Quellenangaben. Ab und zu wird im Fließtext kurz erwähnt, welcher Autor (einmal Autorin) die entsprechende Frau erwähnt, aber größtenteils muss man der Autorin einfach Glauben schenken. Finde ich schwierig und auch schade, weil ich gerne hier und da mal Übersetzungen der Originale angucke.
Trotzdem ein gutes Buch für Einsteiger*innen oder als kleines Lexikon und auch ein echter Hingucker!

[Tamára]

Dividido por arquétipos que dão nome aos diferentes capítulos (dona de casa, virgem, guerreira, mulher fatal, feiticeira, louca, monstro), esta obra oferece uma perspetiva cativante sobre as mulheres da mitologia grega e não só.

A organização deste livro, juntamente com a sua estética, destaca-se como um dos seus pontos fortes. Cada capítulo explora um arquetípico que se baseia em estereótipos usados (alguns ainda hoje em dia) para controlar e definir a feminilidade. Um exemplo notável é a Medusa, cuja imagem continua a ser usada como um insulto.

Este livro explora a persistência da misoginia do mundo clássico no mundo moderno, destacando como continua a ser usada como arma contra as mulheres. Contudo, também revela o seu papel crucial ao demonstrar como estes mesmos arquétipos podem empoderar as mulheres contemporâneas.

Apesar dos textos simples e, na maioria dos casos, concisos, o livro consegue cativar facilmente o interesse do leitor e incentivá-lo a explorar os temas abordados de forma mais aprofundada. Na verdade, este livro serve como uma breve introdução aos mitos e às figuras femininas da mitologia. Poderá ser um excelente complemento para quem esteja a ler textos como a Ilíada ou a Odisseia.  

As ilustrações, combinadas com os textos, na maioria concisos, tornam a leitura leve e apelativa. No geral, é uma leitura ótima e que nos faz pensar.

[Hannah Locke]

This book was definitely not what I expected, but I still enjoyed reading it! Initially, I thought it would provide detailed accounts of each myth, but it was instead organized into sections that focused on the roles of women in ancient myths. The author highlights specific details about the myths, without presenting the complete stories, and discusses how these myths are interpreted in contemporary society. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in understanding how the roles women have played throughout history are reflected in the stories we tell.

Thank you, NetGalley and Running Press, for the advanced readers' copy!

[Kosl]

Eine leicht lesbare Einführung mit schönem Design zu „Griechische Mythen über Frauen und das Patriarchat“ (klingt leider weniger sexy). Die deutsche Übersetzung war stellenweise etwas platt und auch inhaltlich fehlte es mir manchmal an Tiefe — vor allem gibt es keinerlei Quellenhinweise oder Literatur! Fand ich schade und für ein Sachbuch in Zeiten von KI eigentlich grundlegend.

[Patrícia Miranda ✨]

Impossível contar as histórias das mulheres da mitologia sem referências a homens, mas o que este livro prova é que desde sempre têm sido interpretadas como sendo a razão de todos os males e perigos. Estranho pensar que a mentalidade da Humanidade (em particular marcada pelo patriarcado) se mantenha praticamente inalterável à cerca de 5000 anos. Este livro é uma ode às mulheres vítimas dos homens, transformadas em monstros e vilas nas suas próprias histórias

[Alisa Harris]

I would say the writing, analysis and research of this book is at a freshman paper level but it’s a decent overview of a range of myths and the physical book itself is beautiful. It mostly made me want to reread Mary Beard.

[A]

This was a fun and interesting read but the writing and editing needed improvements.

[Romee Van]

Begin was heel goed en interessant, maar wou toch wat meer diepgang over ieders verhaal. Wel interessant om te lezen om te zien dat 'vrouwen' al zo lang op een bepaalde manier worden gezien door mannen....

[jen]

i wanted to like this so much more than i did.

visually, the book is striking. the cover, the illustrations, and general design are all stunning. its content, too, is so important. female mythology, especially outside of its direct relationship to men, desperately needs to be heard. i fear, however, that gold fails to do these stories justice in a few crucial ways.

first of of all, i have to admit, i’m bothered by the fact that the book is entitled “ancient myths & legends without men,” then mainly focuses on ancient greece, but sporadically pulls from other cultures. this is never addressed. to me, it felt like a continuous loss of focus or, more problematically, leaning into the white supremacist narrative that greece’s is naturally the most important ancient culture. i would have had no problem with gold simply covering greece or explaining that this is her expertise, but the irregular, unpredictable switches felt jarring.

secondly, and even more important is the lack of depth of analysis. while the reader is introduced to many myths and legends, none of them are expanded on below surface level. feminist retellings or interpretations are often mentioned without much detail and chapter conclusions are lackluster at best, barely amounting to a page each. the book left me with a better idea of the rough outline of women in greek myths, but no true, deeper understanding.

so sad to only give this three stars. still worth it alone for the gorgeous design and some increased familiarity with female stories.

[Kirsty]

This book offered some new nuggets of information despite my familiarity with Homer, Virgil, Greek drama, and numerous modern retellings. The female-focused family tree was an interesting concept, though I found myself wishing for the inclusion of a traditional genealogy including both genders for comparison.

The book’s strengths lie in its concise examination of how Greek mythology portrays women through archetypal patterns, occasionally drawing comparisons with other mythological traditions like Joan of Arc and Mary. However, it seems caught between readers—requiring background knowledge to fully appreciate the selection of figures discussed, yet too brief for readers already in the know.

Personally the book’s brevity left me wanting more depth and analysis. A more substantial treatment of this rich subject matter would have been welcome.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

[Amy Marie]

Loved the illustrations/designs but I personally would have liked more facts.

[Lara]

eine unglaublich tolle, kontextualisierte und detaillierte Zusammenfassung der Frauen. Das Buchdesign ist schon ein Kunstwerk, doch auch die genutzte Sprache ist wunderschön

[Ali]

4.5 rounded up - This incredibly researched book acts as something of a beginners guide to some of the coolest figures in classic mythology. Split into the recognisable tropes of Virgin, Homemaker, Warrior, Witch, Madwoman and Monster (my favourite chapter) Gold talks us through a few of the key female figures and their stories.

Gold’s wit really starts shining through a couple of chapters in and is immediately endearing, as is the clear passion she has for her mythological loves. I really enjoyed the queer takes and recentering of figures who were sidelined by their own stories. My only downside is that some of the character studies feel a little too short! I’d have liked to read a full chapter on every myth Gold writes about.

Even with this though, Gold has written a great book that will no doubt inspire people to go and do an even deeper dive into some really fascinating legends.

(Also worth noting that this book is BEAUTIFUL, from the cover to the gorgeous illustrations, it’s an absolute treasure).

Thank you to Mara and to Vintage for this advanced copy. AMALWM is now taking pride of place in my bookshelves.

[Anne Sophie]

I wrote this review below when I got halfway through the book, I've finished it now and I stand behind my opinion.

I am both captivated and disappointed in equal measure.
I appreciate so much having women's perspective in ancient stories (it's about time!), but I feel the book lacks thorough historical research and study.
2 chapters particularly felt out of place: assuming that Sekhmet was the most popular deity in ancient Egypt because her statues are the most common among museums and private collections is a huge stretch. 1/Sekhmet was perhaps the most feared deity - and not in ancient Egypt, rather in the Old Kingdom times - as the goddess of war, vengeance and fire 2/ancient Egypt daily life is greatly intertwined with religion and superstitious beliefs (hence amulets) 3/before 1911 and Tutankhamen's tumb was discovered, egyptologists struggled to find any decent sealed tumbs, because tumb raiders were common then and were still after the fall of the Egyptian empire. From there, a logical conclusion would be that raiders took the tumb's riches, and any godly representation worth the money, but left Sekhmet's statues and amulets etc, fearing her revenge. Depending on the times (old and new kingdom mostly), more popular figures among Egyptian gods are Re (Râ), the 8 gods and goddesses, Tot, Amun.

My second issue is the author 's analysis of Joan of Arc. She a real, historical figure. To put it shortly and bluntly, she's a teenager, a virgin, a women in the late middle age, suddenly "called by god" to reclaim the french kingdom and have its legitimate french king back on its throne. Then Charles VII let her be captured, burned at the stake so she would not have too much influence in the french court.
Ok, from there, please help me understand why she's labeled as a Queer / LGBTIQ+ figure? Genuine question because the author lost me there..

[Nights *Words à la Carte*]

Em "Mitos & Lendas da Antiguidade Sem Homens", Mara Gold centra-se em figuras da mitologia grega (com apontamentos relativos a versões romanas desses mitos), abordando pontualmente figuras de outras mitologias, para nos lembrar que os homens não têm que ser, sempre, como não são, a força motriz dos mitos que vimos recontando ao longo dos séculos. O livro passa, também, por fazer diversas referências da cultura pop e de alguns contributos académicos que, acredito, sejam boas referências para se aprofundar o tema. Há, ainda, algumas divagações (mas das boas!) da autora sobre temáticas que envolvem o papel das mulheres da mitologia, e que se reflectem, inexoravelmente, no papel da mulher comum da Grécia de Homero, da mulher comum da Roma de Ovídio, e de todas as mulheres comuns nossas contemporâneas, que vivem dos ecos dessas outras deusas e semi-deusas, mães, donzelas e monstros.

Nesta súmula de diversas histórias (da mitologia apenas, na minha perspectiva, apesar de o título mencionar também a abordagem a lendas) a autora dá, assim, voz às personagens femininas mitológicas, muitas vezes esquecidas ou deliberadamente apagadas, por forma a dar ênfase aos deuses e aos heróis. Relegadas para a sombra, ou como meio e nunca fim, estas mulheres feitas dona de casa, virgem, guerreira, mulher fatal, feiticeira, louca ou monstro não poderiam, pois, ofuscar a supremacia solar dos homens. São, por sua vez, usadas como maus exemplos daquilo que acontece às mulheres que não se comportam conforme as normas, ou vilãs que devem ser derrotadas para o herói ser elevado à sua condição superior.

O livro vem acompanhado de uma árvore genealógica da mitologia grega, o que reforça a ideia de que o intuito é abordar essa mitologia em particular, assim como por diversas ilustrações de Ameilia Leuzzi e Bonnie Eichelberger (Double Slice Studio), de forma a estarem relacionadas com cada mito, com um design que torna estes dois elementos harmoniosos nas páginas do livro. Páginas essas que, entendo, são poucas para o que poderia ter sido contado. Desde logo, porque a esmagadora maioria dos mitos abordados no livro é da mitologia grega, sendo deixado pouco espaço para outras mitologias e, na minha perspectiva, abordados de forma muito vaga, quase como um mero apontamento. Depois, e de forma geral, senti que cada mito ou temática associada a determinado grupo de histórias, poderia ter sido muito mais aprofundado.

No entanto, este parece-me um bom ponto de partida para se explorar o papel das mulheres, quer na sociedade grega, representado quer por deusas, quer por tecedeiras, assim como todo o caminho percorrido desde esses tempos longínquos até aos nossos dias. Para quem estiver à procura de um livro curto sobre o tema para desenvolver discussões ou tertúlias junto de grupos, especialmente de jovens, este parece-me ser uma boa opção, já que vai levantando o véu quanto a questões relacionadas com o feminismo e os direitos das mulheres, pela sua acessibilidade, ao que se junta uma estética apelativa, para poder ser, posteriormente, trabalhado e aprofundado.

► Livro cedido pela Casa das Letras, em troca de uma review honesta.

[Wendy]

Okay, you know by a few past reviews that I'm only going to really nitpick about anything Norse/Scandinavian/Nordic related. We can all agree that this research is very base, surface level and at times purposely misleading. In the Valkyries chapter, sure women weren't normally depicted with swords nor regularly trained as warriors but there is definitely archaeological evidence of warrior women. Birka Sweden grave, for example. Gold didn't say there was no evidence of any warrior women but the way this author didn't include facts like this made it seem like Valkyries and therefore warrior women were a male fantasy of Vikings and the people of then.

Swords were "male-coded" possibly because of how dang expensive it was to own a sword. Only the wealthy would've had the most access to one. Shieldmaidens wielding swords also exist in literature, by the way. Hervör trains like a warrior in archery, swordsmanship, horse riding and wields the cursed sword Tyrfing after literally demanding it from her dead-ghost father at his grave.

Also there's an argument, or rather consideration, to be made about archaeological evidence and how they are interpreted. This science is largely influenced by Victorian ideals. I mean glass beads found in graves located in Germanic areas were thought of to represent "female identity" because of the glass beads' fragility (source: Valkyries or Valiant Women? The World of Women, Weapons and War in Viking Age Scandinavia by Andrea Pintar). Biases are very prevalent, perhaps more so back then in archaeology, but still could be rampant now, if not slowly changing. So, it should take more than archaeological evidence to convince us that warrior women in this age did or did not exist in real life.

[Abby Fergz]

"The majority of monsters in the ancient world were female reflecting a societal fear of women with any sort of power
but especially power over men. From Echidna, the so-called mother of all monsters, to the Sirens, the enduring symbol of male temptation, these monsters were designed to push the narrative that women who went unchecked were dangerous. Many of them did not start out as monsters but as beautiful women who were punished bv the men who were attracted to them."

Classical studies has never taken my fancy (maybe because of the rape and perpetual female punishment) this book was an accesible intro to ancient myths and legends. The archetypes chosen as chapters (homemaker, virgin, warrior, femme fatale, witch, madwoman, monster) still ring true as pigeon holes used in an attempt to control and define womanhood. Although the books focus is predominantly greek and roman there are some cool comparisons to indigenous legend/myth....
"Far from Aeaea, we see some parallels with Circe in the story of Kurangaituku from Aotearoa. There are multiple versions of the myth, which are particular to different iwi or tribes that still exist around the country. Kurangaituku Was part- bird part-woman and traditionally described as a witch, though some versions portray her more sympathetically as a protector or caretaker of birds. Like Circe, she was not the main character in her own story, but a well-known antagonist to the male hero, Hatupatu. Also like Circe, the dominant versions of the story describe Kurangaituku capturing Hatapatu whilst he was out hunting and imprisoning him in her cave along with her pet birds and reptiles."

[Karina]

Als großer Griechenland Fan fasziniert mich natürlich auch die griechische Mythologie. Schon lange wollte ich mich intensiver mit ihren Geschichten und Figuren beschäftigen - und genau deshalb werde ich 'Antike Mythen ohne Männer' - definitiv noch öfter zur Hand nehmen.

Dieses Sachbuch liest sich erfreulicherweise überhaupt nicht trocken. Es ist in die Kapitel Jungfrau, Hausfrau, Kriegerin, Femme fatale, Hexe, Wahnsinnige und Monster unterteilt und bietet eine spannende neue Perspektive auf die Frauen der griechischen Mythologie. Die zahlreichen Illustrationen, kombiniert mit den meist kurzen Textpassagen, sorgen dafür, dass man zügig vorankommt. Auch die Gestaltung des Buches ist ein großer Pluspunkt und macht das Lesen zu einem echten Vergnügen.

Besonders gut gefallen hat mir der feministische Ansatz, der das gesamte Buch prägt. Viele Frauenfiguren der griechischen Mythologie haben bis heute ein eher negatives Image. Hier  wird nicht nur mit Vorurteilen aufgeräumt, sondern auch nachvollziehbar erklärt, wie diese Darstellungen überhaupt entstanden sind.

Durch die vielzahl an Namen, Verwandtschaftsverhältnissen und komplexen Verbindungen ist es nicht immer leicht, dem Inhalt zu folgen. Ohne größere Vorkenntnisse bleibt beim ersten Lesen vermutlich nicht alles hängen. Genau das macht aber auch den Reiz des Buches aus: Es weckt Neugier, regt zu eigener Recherche an und motiviert dazu, tiefer in einzelne Mythen einzutauchen.

Mir hat das Buch von Mara Gold sehr gut gefallen, und ich bin sicher, das es mich noch lange begleiten wird.

[Merles Mind]

Erstmal: Wie schön ist bitte dieses Buch???

Und jetzt zum Inhalt: Antike Mythen ohne Männer wollte ich sofort lesen. Der Titel, das Cover, das Thema, da habe ich mich direkt auf das Lesen gefreut.

Das Buch ist in viele unterschiedliche Kapitel aufgeteilt, die ich alle sehr interessant fand. Ich habe es geliebt, in die verschiedenen Themenabschnitte einzutauchen. Allerdings hatte ich oft das Gefühl, dass die Kapitel endeten, bevor ich wirklich tiefer in die Themen eintauchen konnte. Das wurde jedoch durch die wunderschönen Illustrationen ausgeglichen, die mich beim Lesen direkt wieder abholen konnten. Teilweise konnte ich es kaum abwarten, umzublättern und zu sehen, wie die nächste Seite aussieht. Ich hatte wirklich selten so ein schön gestaltetes Buch in den Händen!!

Insgesamt macht das Buch neugierig und regt dazu an, sich noch intensiver mit den einzelnen Themen zu beschäftigen. Ich bin nur irgendwie mit der Erwartung an das Buch herangegangen, dass dieser Tiefgang bereits zwischen den Seiten zu finden sein würde. Wer also genau diesen Tiefgang von diesem Buch erwartet, wird vermutlich eher ein wenig enttäuscht sein. Wer jedoch eher auf der Suche nach ersten Einblicken in das Thema ist, könnte mit diesem Buch sehr viel Freude haben. Es ist auch das perfekte Buch, um immer mal wieder darin herumzublättern, ein Kapitel zu lesen oder einfach nur um die schönen Seiten zu bewundern. Das Buch könnte auch das perfekte Geschenk sein. :)

Ich bin jedenfalls sehr froh, dass es in meinem Regal steht.

[Farren Benvenuti]

Most of the non-fiction I read are biographies and memoirs, so I am wary jumping into anything else. I have had problems in the past with non-fiction books that read like textbooks and come across incredibly boring. This was not the case with this book! It was great!

This was a very quick read, full of fun snippets of information. It didn’t get overly into detail, but gave you info on a little bit of everything. The writing didn’t try too hard and wasn’t overly stuffy. The information was interesting. The pacing was fast.

My one complaint is that it either spread itself too thin or wasn’t broad enough. By this I mean that it MOSTLY went over Greek mythology, but it did occasionally touch on other (non-European) cultures, too. However, it didn’t touch on them fully. I think they should have had more information on these additional mythologies, since it’s really interesting to hear about other backgrounds and it’s rare to get that information. But we never got that. I don’t think they should have introduced the idea of other cultures if they weren’t going to delve into their myths and legends, as well. I feel let down that we never went down that path.

Overall, a quick, fun, factual read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[Rebecca Dye]

⭐️⭐️⭐️½ 3.5 stars

Ancient Myths & Legends Without Men was an interesting and refreshing collection that puts women—goddesses, heroines, monsters, mothers, warriors, and everything in between—at the center of stories where they’re so often pushed to the edges.

I enjoyed learning myths and legends I either hadn’t encountered before or had only ever heard through a more male-centered lens. Some stories absolutely fascinated me and sent me down little rabbit holes wanting to know more. Others didn’t hold my attention quite as strongly, which made the collection feel a little uneven for me.

Still, this was an enjoyable, accessible read and a fun reminder that women have always been at the heart of mythology—we just haven’t always been the ones telling the stories.

A solid 3.5 stars: interesting, empowering, and definitely worth picking up if you love mythology and folklor

[Bee Casey]

Highly readable, visually stunning and just so, so good.

Myths and Legends without men highlights the women written into myth, telling their parts of the stories that despite being written, are often overlooked by those who wrote them. It focuses highly on Greek Mythology, but dips into Hindu, Norse, African and Roman mythology too.

Each section is short but sweet, detailed and informative without feeling like a textbook, even discussing how each myth adapted into the modern day and pop culture. A must-read for mythology lovers and women.

[Kim]

This felt like an introduction to the concept that women in myths have more depth than the men who wrote them bestowed them. The author doesn't rewrite myths, but pokes holes in the male point of view. The title is deceiving, but I've enjoyed this introduction and will use it as a prompt to consider the stories I believe the women would want us to remember them for as I explore making art about these powerful women.
This book pairs well with Wake, Siren : Ovid Resung.

More like a 3.5 rating for me.

[Lea Moore]

In Greek Myths and Legends Without Men, Mara Gold breathes vibrant new life into antiquity by centering the voices of women and non-binary figures often sidelined in traditional lore. Her prose is evocative and deeply researched, successfully stripping away centuries of patriarchal bias to reveal the raw power of characters like Medusa and Artemis. Gold's scholarly expertise shines through, making this an essential, modern addition to any mythology lover's shelf.
However, the experience is slightly marred by a layout that feels overly clinical, often resembling the dry formatting of Wikipedia entries rather than an immersive narrative. This academic tone persists until the stories abruptly conclude at the three-quarter mark, leaving the final twenty-five percent of the book purely for references. While the scholarship is impressive, the narrative finished so early that I was left wanting much more of Gold’s storytelling before hitting the bibliography ….plus the mention of these idols in modern culture felt clunky and like a someone attempting to be cool “with the youth”

[Saria]

Really enjoyed this one! It felt fresh and empowering, especially with stories that are usually told from a male pov

I wouldn’t have minded a bit more context from the original myths (and honestly, more pages to read too), especially since I’m not super familiar with all of them.

Also, if anything, this book may have slightly worsened my opinion of men… But oh well.

Overall, a great and thought-provoking read.

[Emma]

Idk, I liked the Concept, I like it as a little encyclopedia to refresh on my Greek myths-knowledge but that’s kinda it. The research is there, but nothing monumental and there are no actual new thoughts added. Fun to have around if you’re interested in myths, but not a need. I also hated that it talks about queer undertones or new interpretations with phrases like “lesbian vibes”. Doesn’t make the book bad, just a pet peeve that I had to air

[Hannah]

Beautiful and accessible book, so interesting and left me wanting more. Wonderfully queer and bringing myths to the modern day, showing how activists and others have reclaimed mythological figures. Really relevant and refreshing take. Only criticism is wanting more! Hope there’s another book in the works!

[Cathryn]

I love reading history, myths and legends from a female perspective. It’s packed with cool illustrations and written in a way that’s easy to get into, so you don’t need to be a mythology expert to enjoy it. I am keen to dive into the myths and legends that I was not familiar with to learn some more; particularly Kurangaituku. Thankyou Mara for creating this book

[ᯓ★ Isla Guthrie]

Really enjoyed this but was not what I was expecting. There were short chapters about Clytemnestra, Atalanta and Medea (my fav characters within mythology) within which I wish were written and expanded on so much more, but there were still lots of interesting facts and information! Gran got me this for Christmas after I pointed it out at the ashmolean museum in Oxford gift shop!

[Darcysmom]

I thoroughly enjoyed Mara Gold's analysis of the women of ancient myths and legends. I particularly liked that she drew parallels between the classic texts and modern interpretations. Her subject matter expertise clear. Happily, Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men is written for a general audience to enjoy.
Thank you to Netgalley for providing an ARC for me to read.