Creusa and Aeneas: The Ties that Bind

This chapter examines the complex portrayal of Creusa during her escape from Troy and her significance in Aeneas' journey. It connects Creusa's fate to themes of male responsibility and neglect through the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, while also exploring the origins and divine nature of Aeneas. By analyzing the interplay between Virgil's Aeneid and earlier epic traditions, the chapter highlights Virgil's mastery in shaping a unique narrative that intertwines cultural and literary heritage.