Willis explores the role of ancient Greek religion and mythology in the development of the Greek romance genre, tracing the influence of classical deities and myths on writers from Longus to Achilles Tatius. Through close readings and comparisons of key texts, Willis demonstrates how the supernatural served not only as a source of entertainment but also as a means of exploring social and political issues of the time.

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