Mythology
Homeric Hymn to Dionysus 1 (Fragments)
From the Homeric Hymns. 7th century BC. Modern translation with the ancient Greek text for reference.
Mythology
From the Homeric Hymns. 7th century BC. Modern translation with the ancient Greek text for reference.
Handbook of Mythology
From A Handbook of Mythology (1886) by E.M. Berens. Edited by L.E. Ataire.
Magic in the Classical Era
An excerpt from Lucan's epic poem, Pharsalia (1st century CE), introducing the villainous witch Erictho, who is sought out by Pompey's son during the civil war.