Tag: Bestseller Poetry

Katabasis: Exploring the Descent Motif from Ancient Myth to Modern Literature

Katabasis: Exploring the Descent Motif from Ancient Myth to Modern Literature

Discover how the ancient concept of katabasis—the descent into the underworld—shapes modern storytelling in works by R.F. Kuang, Adam Hever, and more, exploring themes of rivalry, redemption, and psychological depth.

January 24, 2026