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Percy Jackson and the Olympians: Episodes Three and Four
We dive back into the world of Percy Jackson as our heroes continue their adventure - and we take a look at Medusa, Echidna and the Chimera
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- Aug 31, 2023
- 9 min
Manuscript vs Myth: Spinning Silver
We take a look at the fairy tale influences behind Naomi Novik’s enchanting, Rumpelstiltskin-inspired novel, Spinning Silver.
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mythossubmissions
- Apr 27, 2023
- 10 min
Music vs Myth: Epic
This week we explore the incredible Epic concept album, which retells the story of the Odyssey, from Troy to Polyphemus the Cyclops.
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- Nov 17, 2022
- 7 min
Four Fairies from British Ballads
Kings, Queens, Knights and Hinds, this week Mythos takes a look at a few of the more famous fairy figures who feature in British Ballads.
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- Sep 8, 2022
- 3 min
Mythos Visits: Kourion
We finish off our exploration of Cyprus with a trip to the ancient city of Kourion, with its Roman houses, theatre and Nymphaeum .
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- Jul 14, 2022
- 3 min
In Summary: The Ballad of Tam Lin
A popular Scottish ballad, the legend of Tam Lin tells the story of Janet who must win her Love from the cunning fairy queen.
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mythossubmissions
- Jun 9, 2022
- 8 min
The Influence of Folklore and Fairytale on The Witcher: Season Two
We continue our exploration of how European folklore inspired The Witcher as we delve into season two and the dreaded Baba Yaga.
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mythossubmissions
- May 19, 2022
- 5 min
TV vs Myth: Moon Knight
Mythos takes a look at the Egyptian gods that served as inspiration from Marvel's latest TV adaptation - Moon Knight.
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mythossubmissions
- May 5, 2022
- 5 min
A Brief Introduction to the Trojan War: Part Two
This week we continue our introduction to the Trojan War, exploring the deaths of some of Greece's most famous and beloved heroes.
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- Apr 28, 2022
- 5 min
In Summary: Molly Whuppie and the Giant
A lesser known fairytale, the legend of Mollie Whuppie tells the story of a young girl who escapes, outsmarts and steals from a giant.
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mythossubmissions
- Apr 15, 2022
- 6 min
A Brief Introduction to the Trojan War: Part One
The Trojan War is one of the most well known wars from myth, fought between the Greeks and the Romans. We take a look at how it began.
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- Apr 7, 2022
- 3 min
In Summary: How Maui Caught the Sun
We recount a legend of the Polynesian hero, Maui and how he caught to sun to slow its hurried rush across the sky.
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mythossubmissions
- Mar 25, 2022
- 5 min
Mythical Monsters: Greece
Each country has their mythical monsters, and this week we take a look at some of the terrifying creatures from Greek legend.
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- Mar 11, 2022
- 7 min
The Influence of Folklore and Fairytale on The Witcher: Season One
Folklore and fairytales have long played a part in the fantasy genre. This week we take a look at their influence on Netflix's The Witcher.
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mythossubmissions
- Jan 27, 2022
- 8 min
Movie vs Myth: The Green Knight
Released in 2021, The Green Knight tells the story of a popular Arthurian myth, starring Gawain and a mysterious, seemingly immortal knight.
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mythossubmissions
- Jan 6, 2022
- 5 min
Manuscript vs Myth: Chosen Ones
We take a look at the mythical inspiration behind the magical weapons that appear in Veronica Roth's YA fantasy novel, Chosen Ones.
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- Dec 2, 2021
- 7 min
Musical vs Myth: Hadestown
This week Mythos delves into Greek myth as we take a look at Hadestown, a stunning musical reimagining of Orpheus and Eurydice.
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mythossubmissions
- Aug 20, 2021
- 4 min
The Trials of Psyche
"They say monsters can be beautiful too, and if that is the case then truly there was none more monstrous than he."
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- Jul 9, 2021
- 1 min
Gilgamesh and Enkidu
"Fashion a man equal to Gilgamesh
An untamed man to tame the tyrant
An untaught man to teach him secrets." ― Jenny Lewis
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