In that, Gaiman has worked magic by making the old feel new. Antigone Rising: The Subversive Power of the Ancient Myths Written by: Helen Morales Narrated by: Gabra Zackman Unabridged Audiobook Play Free With 30 Day Free Trial Add to Cart - 25.

Reading these stories makes it seem like the Norse myths are as fantastical as any fantasy book out there today. What’s even better is Gaiman has carefully arranged the tales, so they build on each other until the end-of-the-world myths in the final chapters. Antigone Rising: The Subversive Power of the Ancient Myths a book by Helen Morales 25,542,241.13 raised for local bookstores Antigone Rising: The Subversive Power of the Ancient Myths Helen Morales (Author) FORMAT Hardcover 26.00 Paperback 15.99 14. In this dreamlike fantasy retelling of the Norse myths, Gaiman smooths over the stilted framework of Norse mythology and creates new versions that are seductively lush. Neil Gaiman’s Norse Mythology easily belongs on any list of the best Norse mythology books and the best mythology books for adults period. Greek retellings like Circe, The Silence of the Girls, and The Song of Achilles have created quite a stir in recent times. But it definitely bears recommending yet again. I’ve recommended his books on this blog before, and I included this one in my list of the best books for adults to read before bed. Through these stories, whether its Antigones courageous stand against tyranny or the indestructible Caeneus, who inspires trans and gender queer people today, Morales uncovers hidden truths. Through these stories, whether it's Antigone's courageous stand against tyranny or the indestructible Caeneus, who inspires trans and gender queer people today, Morales uncovers hidden truths about solidarity, empowerment, and catharsis.Īntigone Rising offers a fresh understanding of the stories we take for granted, showing how we can reclaim them to challenge the status quo, spark resistance, and rail against unjust regimes.It’s no secret that I adore British author Neil Gaiman. But in Antigone Rising, classicist Helen Morales reminds us that the myths have subversive power because they are told - and read - in different ways. Many of today's harmful practices, like school dress codes, exploitation of the environment, and rape culture, have their roots in the ancient world.īut in Antigone Rising, classicist Helen Morales reminds us that the myths have subversive power because they are told - and read - in different ways.

The picture of classical antiquity most of us learned in school is framed in certain ways - glossing over misogyny while omitting the seeds of feminist resistance. Antigone Rising offers a fresh understanding of the stories we take for granted, showing how we can reclaim them to challenge the status quo, spark resistance, and rail against unjust regimes.

A witty, inspiring reckoning with the ancient Greek and Roman myths and their legacy, from what they can illuminate about #MeToo to the radical imagery of Beyoncé.

Antigone Rising by Helen Morales