Magical Women of the Ancient World with Madeline Miller

Saturday, May 30 | 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. | GlasSalon

Join us for an in person virtual author talk with #1 New York Times bestselling author Madeline Miller, celebrated for her reimagining of classical myth in Circe.

Miller will explore Magical Women of the Ancient World, reflecting on how she brought two of mythology’s most formidable figures, Circe and Medea, vividly to life. She will discuss her research into ancient magic and the ways she translated early mythological traditions into compelling contemporary fiction.

Madeline Miller is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and classically trained scholar whose work bridges the ancient world and contemporary storytelling. A graduate of Brown University with degrees in Classics, she has spent more than fifteen years teaching Latin, Greek, and Shakespeare, and has studied the adaptation of classical texts at both University of Chicago and Yale School of Drama. Her novels reimagine myth through the lens of powerful, complex women, most notably in The Song of Achilles, winner of the 2012 Orange Prize for Fiction, and Circe, an instant #1 New York Times bestseller praised for its spellbinding portrayal of witchcraft, transformation, and female agency. Miller’s deep research into ancient magic and mythology, combined with her gift for luminous, immersive prose, makes her an ideal guide for exploring the enduring power of magical women in the ancient world.

Following the talk, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions.

Signed Book Opportunity

Guests may preorder an exclusive signed copy of Madeline Miller’s novel Circe, featuring a Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World themed book plate.

All books purchased in advance will be signed by Madeline Miller. Limit 200 signed copies. The first 80 requests may include personalization.

When preordering, guests may include:

• A first name for personalization
• A short message of up to 100 characters for Madeline to read before signing
• Optional personalization text (maximum 10 words) for the inscription, or a request for a phrase of Madeline’s choosing

This is a rare opportunity to receive a signed keepsake connected to the exhibition.

This event is presented in connection with Cursed! The Power of Magic in the Ancient World.

We encourage guests to visit the exhibition before the talk to deepen their experience. An Ask Me Docent will be available in the galleries from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. to answer questions about the art.

Nonmembers may purchase a $10 exhibition ticket for the day of the event. Exhibition admission is always free for members.

This event is free with registration. Purchasing a signed exhibition copy of Circe and visiting the exhibition are encouraged.