<p>As a young student, Thelyphron took on what sounded like an easy job to make some money, but it turned out to be a lot more dangerous than he thought… Adapted from the comedic story of Thelyphron in Apuleius’ novel <em>Metamorphoses </em>(also known as <em>The Golden Ass</em>), this re-telling gives the story a slightly darker tone, leaning into the horror just a little more. It’s followed by a chat about ancient mourning rituals, gender and Roman witchcraft, and Apuleius’ own defence on charges of magic.</p><p>Website: www.julietteharrisson.co.uk</p><p>Buy Creepy Classics: Ghost Stories from Ancient Rome:</p><p> <a target="_blank" href="https://books2read.com/u/b6XGkM">https://books2read.com/u/b6XGkM</a> </p><p>Buy Creepy Classics: Ghost Stories from Ancient Greece: <a target="_blank" href="https://books2read.com/u/mK5oaL">https://books2read.com/u/mK5oaL</a></p><p>Creepy Classics music written and composed by Ed Harrisson ©</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://julietteharrisson.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_1">julietteharrisson.substack.com</a>