Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men Book

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

Was Circe really just a temptress? Were the Amazons nothing more than bloodthirsty fighters? And was Athena truly the role model ancient women needed? In Ancient Myths and Legends Without Men, classicist Mara Gold recenters the women at the heart of some of the world's most enduring stories.

From Greek and Roman legends to tales from around the globe, this fresh, feminist retelling shines new light on iconic figures like Medusa, Hera, and Persephone — revealing the power, complexity, and agency they've always had. Vibrantly illustrated and written with clarity and wit, this is a book for anyone ready to look at these stories through a new lens and remember: these women were never just supporting characters. It's time they took the spotlight.

A must-have for the mythology lover, the ritual-curious, or anyone building a deeper relationship with the divine feminine.

• Hardcover

• 221 pages

• 8.5” x 5.75” x 1”