The Nature of the Sirens in Greek Culture
Words: 434 1854In Greek mythology, Sirens are those infamous creatures who mesh the alarming with the alluring. They're best known for their haunting melodies that drew sailors to their watery graves. If you're picturing these Sirens as mermaids, think again. Originally, they were described more like birds with the heads of women, complete with feathers and scaly feet, which honestly sounds more terrifying than any mermaid. The Sirens pop up in various myths, but they're not just random bird-ladies singing on a […]