Eos and Tithonus Booklet
Eos and Tithonus Booklet
Eos and Tithonus: A Love Story Retold
Meet the Creators
Benedict Jephcote, a history lover and historian, and Molly Thurman, an aspiring artist, collaborated on this project to retell the story of Eos and Tithonus, two figures from Greek mythology. Eos, the goddess of dawn, falls in love with Tithonus, a mortal man, and seeks immortality for their love.
The Story of Eos and Tithonus
Eos, the goddess of dawn, brings light to the world each day by opening the gates of the Greek heavens. She admires Tithonus, a prince of Troy, for his athletic form and asks Zeus to grant him immortality so their love can last forever. Zeus agrees, making Tithonus immortal, much to Eos's delight.
Conclusion
The love story of Eos and Tithonus is a tale of immortal love between a goddess and a mortal man, showcasing the power of love and the lengths one is willing to go to make it last. This retelling by Benedict Jephcote and Molly Thurman brings a fresh perspective to a classic myth from Greek mythology.
