Rhianna Padman
Rhianna is a Classics graduate from the University of Exeter. Her studies focused on Ancient Greek and Latin, allowing her to explore a range of ancient texts. She is especially interested in mythology, language, and psychology, with her dissertation focusing on applying Freudian psychoanalysis to Homer’s Odyssey.
Articles by Rhianna Padman
13 English Words with Greek OriginsFrom “dinosaur” to “galaxy,” these 13 English words with Greek origins reveal how ancient Greece shaped modern language.
11 Greek Mythological CreaturesWithin the realm of Greek mythology there exists a diverse array of Greek mythological creatures ranging from the marvelous to the monstrous.
Within the realm of Greek mythology there exists a diverse array of Greek mythological creatures ranging from the marvelous to the monstrous.
Polyphemus: Who Was the Cyclops That Was Tricked by Odysseus?Renowned for his gargantuan size and single eye, Polyphemus held a prominent place within Greek mythology.
Renowned for his gargantuan size and single eye, Polyphemus held a prominent place within Greek mythology.
Cronus: The Titan Leader in Greek MythologyIn Greek mythology, Cronus was the leader of the Titans and the father of Zeus.
In Greek mythology, Cronus was the leader of the Titans and the father of Zeus.
The Greek Mythology Behind Famous ConstellationsThe ancients, renowned for their rich pantheon of deities and epic tales, weaved Greek mythology together with the patterns of the night sky.
The ancients, renowned for their rich pantheon of deities and epic tales, weaved Greek mythology together with the patterns of the night sky.
13 English Words with Greek OriginsFrom scientific and technical terms to everyday words, many Greek words have found their way into the English language.
Who Was Achilles? Greek Mythology’s Greatest WarriorAchilles, known as the greatest warrior in ancient Greek mythology, is a figure who is recognized for his heroic complexity, unparalleled fighting skills, and tragic fate.
Achilles, known as the greatest warrior in ancient Greek mythology, is a figure who is recognized for his heroic complexity, unparalleled fighting skills, and tragic fate.
12 Lesser-Known Greek Gods & Goddesses (Greek Mythology)Beyond Zeus and Athena, the ancient Greeks worshipped a plethora of gods. Meet ten of the lesser-known deities from Greek mythology.
What Are Aristophanes’ 11 Surviving Comedies?Aristophanes was an ancient Greek playwright famous for his comedies that critiqued Athenian society’s values and social hierarchy.
Aristophanes was an ancient Greek playwright famous for his comedies that critiqued Athenian society’s values and social hierarchy.
6 Greek Gods & Their Role in Homer’s OdysseyIn Homer’s Odyssey the gods have a profound impact on Odysseus and his adventurous return to Ithaca.
Paris of Troy: Started the Trojan War by Abducting HelenArbiter of goddesses, abductor of Helen, and skilled archer, Paris of Troy ignited the most famous war in Greek mythology; the Trojan War.
Arbiter of goddesses, abductor of Helen, and skilled archer, Paris of Troy ignited the most famous war in Greek mythology; the Trojan War.
Cassandra: Princess of Troy, Cursed Prophetess, Tragic PrisonerLet’s explore Cassandra’s tragic life from princess of Troy to frenzied prophetess and prisoner.
Let’s explore Cassandra’s tragic life from princess of Troy to frenzied prophetess and prisoner.