Natalie Haynes explores the original portrayals of famous female characters in Greek mythology, demonstrating how modern misogyny has been written into our retellings of ancient stories.

Most of us are familiar with Greek mythology from popular culture, yet the stories have changed significantly throughout centuries of retellings.

As myths evolve over time, their female characters often suffer the most; they are either villainized, sexualized, or erased.

Natalie Haynes is an author and historian who has written for the Guardian and the Independent.

In Pandora's Jar, Haynes explores the origins of popular Greek myths and how their approach to women has changed throughout history.

As Haynes sheds new light on women like Helen of Troy and Medea, she suggests our depictions of these female characters reflect our cultural values and biases.