Sarah Iles Johnson

Discover the origin of Hades, the enigmatic underworld, and its reflection of Ancient Greek perceptions of life and beyond. Unearth iconic myths like Orpheus & Eurydice, Achilles, the Trojan War, and the Labours of Heracles. Dive into the tragic love story of Orpheus and Eurydekimith and explore the figures and places associated with the underworld in Greek mythology. Learn the ancient Greek belief in the afterlife and the importance of proper burial and grave goods.