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Greek Gods, Human Lives: Our Fascination with Myths

October 21, 2003

Mary Lefkowitz professor, classical studies, Wellesley

Mary R. Lefkowitz, professor of classical studies at Wellesley College, says we can learn much about what it means to be human by studying the myths of the ancient Greeks. In the Distinguished Faculty Lecture during Wellesley's family weekend and in her new book, Greek Gods, Human Lives: What We Can Learn from Myths (Yale University, November 2003), Lefkowitz shows how myths have fascinated people through the ages while helping them cope with the uncertainties of their lives.

Diana Chapman Walsh, president of Wellesley College, introduces Mary Lefkowitz as she discusses this intriguing topic.

Topics: Culture & Identity | Literature & Philosophy

Tags: Anthropology | Mythology | Spirituality & Religion

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Greek Gods, Human Lives: What We Can Learn from Myths

Author: Professor Mary Lefkowitz

Publisher: Yale University Press (2005)

Binding: Paperback, 304 pages

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