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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.
Education:University of ExeterBA ClassicsExpertise:Articles by Rhianna Padman
Renowned for his gargantuan size and single eye, Polyphemus held a prominent place within Greek mythology.
In Greek mythology, Cronus was the leader of the Titans and the father of Zeus.
The ancients, renowned for their rich pantheon of deities and epic tales, weaved Greek mythology together with the patterns of the night sky.
From scientific and technical terms to everyday words, many Greek words have found their way into the English language.
Though lesser-known, each of these Greek deities possessed a unique role within Greek mythology.
In Homer’s Odyssey the gods have a profound impact on Odysseus and his adventurous return to Ithaca.
Let’s explore Cassandra’s tragic life from princess of Troy to frenzied prophetess and prisoner.
By studying the movements of celestial bodies, the Romans believed they gain a deeper understanding of the cosmos, deities, and self.