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Aiden Nel

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Aiden is a contributing writer and researcher passionate about ancient Greek and Roman literature and mythology. He holds a BA and an MA in Classical History, receiving a distinction for his dissertation on the Greek god Hermes. In addition, Aiden has a BA with Honors in Curatorship and Museum Studies, which he pursued to help preserve and share new and old stories from humanity's fascinating history.

Education:Rhodes UniversityMA Classical HistoryRhodes UniversityBA Classical History, with HonorsUniversity of Cape TownBA Curatorship, with HonorsExpertise:
Ancient History
Ancient Greece
Ancient Rome
Mythology
Museum Studies
Member since: Jul 05, 2022Location: United KingdomPublished posts: 43

Articles by Aiden Nel

The Cursed Hero Meleager of Calydon From Greek Mythology
The Cursed Hero Meleager of Calydon From Greek Mythology
Hector of Troy, Troy’s Greatest Hero
Hector of Troy, Troy’s Greatest Hero

Hector of Troy was one of the greatest warriors in the Trojan War. A noble hero, he defended Troy and his family despite overwhelming odds.

Chimera, the Three-Headed Fire-Breathing Monster of Greek Mythology
Chimera, the Three-Headed Fire-Breathing Monster of Greek Mythology

The three-headed Chimera is a legendary monster with parts of a lion, a goat, and a serpent, known for its battle with the hero Bellerophon.

A Complete Guide to the Greek Poet Hesiod & His Works
A Complete Guide to the Greek Poet Hesiod & His Works

The poet Hesiod is our primary source for many ancient Greek myths.

The Three Graces “Charites” of Greek Mythology (Origins & Facts)
The Three Graces “Charites” of Greek Mythology (Origins & Facts)

The Charites, or Graces, were a group of goddesses who embodied grace and beauty. They were called upon to enhance social gatherings with their charms.

The Adventures of Perseus, the Greek Hero Who Defeated Medusa
The Adventures of Perseus, the Greek Hero Who Defeated Medusa
Tiresias, the Blind Prophet of Greek Mythology
Tiresias, the Blind Prophet of Greek Mythology

The blind prophet Tiresias was an influential seer who featured heavily in Theban mythology, predicting the fates of many heroes, including Oedipus and Odysseus.

Calypso, the Nymph Who Held Odysseus Captive
Calypso, the Nymph Who Held Odysseus Captive
The Primordial Gods of Greek Mythology Who Preceded the Olympians
The Primordial Gods of Greek Mythology Who Preceded the Olympians

In Greek mythology, the Primordial gods personified fundamental elements and natural forces, shaping the cosmos and paving the way for the Titans and Olympians.

How Pegasus Sprang from Medusa and Soared to Olympus
How Pegasus Sprang from Medusa and Soared to Olympus
Satyrs Sparked the Wildest Parties in Greek Mythology
Satyrs Sparked the Wildest Parties in Greek Mythology

Satyrs, the hybrid human-animal nature spirits, were devoted followers of Dionysus and featured prominently in ancient Greek art and mythology as wild and indulgent revelers.

Who Were the Heracleidae? Discover Heracles’s Many Children
Who Were the Heracleidae? Discover Heracles’s Many Children

The hero Heracles had many children, known as the Heracleidae. Some became heroes who founded cities and became great rulers, while others faded into obscurity.