Western culture has an enduring fascination for Greek mythology. Even if you are not a mythology enthusiast, you probably have a basic idea or vague image of the various gods and figures. Fearsome ...

Revisiting Greek myths with a female perspective has become something of a publishing trend in recent years. Debut author Lauren J.A. Bear adds “Medusa’s Sisters” to a growing shelf of ...

The history of the Gorgoneion, Medusa’s fearsome symbol, from its Greek and Roman origins to its influence on Alexander the ...

Not many people are familiar with Greek mythology but, quite a number of people are acquainted with the tale of a woman who has snakes for hair and whose gaze can petrify even the mightiest of men.

For those familiar with ancient Greek mythology, Medusa is one of its most enigmatic and complex figures. Her captivating and tragic story has fascinated artists for centuries, and it continues to ...

This famous bronze statue was carved Benvenuto Cellini in 1554 is titled "Perseus holding head of Medusa." It is located in Florence, Italy. fotofojanini/Getty Images Medusa didn't have the best PR in ...

For fans of Rick Riordan’s “Percy Jackson and the Olympians” books, Medusa represents one of Percy’s first big victories: After being tricked into spending time with “Aunty Em,” he beheads the ...

In Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Medusa is portrayed with a nuanced backstory that aligns closely with the original myth. The current depiction in the series aligns with the later versions of Greek ...