Aiden is a contributing writer and researcher passionate about ancient Greek and Roman literature and mythology. He holds a BA and an MA in Classical History, receiving a distinction for his dissertation on the Greek god Hermes. In addition, Aiden has a BA with Honors in Curatorship and Museum Studies, which he pursued to help preserve and share new and old stories from humanity's fascinating history.
Education
MA Classical History — Rhodes University
BA Classical History, with Honors — Rhodes University
BA Curatorship, with Honors — University of Cape Town
Areas of Expertise
Who Was Pericles? Architect of the Athenian Golden Age
As first citizen of Athens, Pericles spearheaded the Athenian Golden Age. He was an architect of both Athenian democracy and empire.
Who Were the Telchines? The Malevolent Wizards of Greek Mythology
In Greek myth, the Telchines were simultaneously feared as malevolent wizards and respected as the artisans who forged weapons for the gods, before turning against them.
The Tragic Myth of Persephone’s Abduction by Hades
Persephone's abduction by Hades, and her mother Demeter's long search for her, is a tragic etiological myth that explains the changing seasons in Greek mythology.
What Happened to Heracles After the Labors?
Heracles’ adventures after the labors—love, slavery, vengeance, and the epic battle that saved Olympus.
The Greek Hero Twins (Dioscuri) Who Became the Gemini Constellation
The divine twins Castor and Pollux are prominent heroes in several Greek myths, but their unique immortality sets them apart from other heroes.
How Did Heracles Die? His Haunting End
Heracles found love and settled down after a lifetime of adventures, but his past deeds came back to haunt him, leading to his tragic demise.
The Cursed Hero Meleager of Calydon From Greek Mythology
Cursed from birth, Meleager of Calydon was the hero who defeated the Calydonian Boar with the assistance of some of Greek mythology’s most famous heroes.
Hector of Troy, Troy’s Greatest Hero
Hector of Troy was one of the greatest warriors in the Trojan War. A noble hero, he defended Troy and his family despite overwhelming odds.
Chimera, the Three-Headed Fire-Breathing Monster of Greek Mythology
The three-headed Chimera is a legendary monster with parts of a lion, a goat, and a serpent, known for its battle with the hero Bellerophon.
A Complete Guide to the Greek Poet Hesiod & His Works
The poet Hesiod is our primary source for many ancient Greek myths.
The Three Graces “Charites” of Greek Mythology (Origins & Facts)
The Charites, or Graces, were a group of goddesses who embodied grace and beauty. They were called upon to enhance social gatherings with their charms.
The Adventures of Perseus, the Greek Hero Who Defeated Medusa
King Polydectes assigned the hero Perseus an impossible task: to bring him the head of Medusa, the snake-haired Gorgon, with a petrifying gaze.