Ancient stories for a changing world
Hi, I’m Evelien! I love ancient languages and cultures, especially those connected to the Greeks and Romans. In my teaching and research, I particularly look at the relevance of these cultures and their myths today. I’m committed to making knowledge about antiquity accessible for everyone.
On this site, you can find more information about my work, vision, books, and online courses in English and Dutch.
Books
‘Myths are timeless, you hear people say. No, myths are of our time, including the Greek ones. They help to give meaning in unstable times. That is what Evelien Bracke shows in this fascinating, richly documented, surprisingly topical and very convincing book. Few can switch with intricate subject knowledge between memes about the Trojan horse, romantacies about Persephone, pottery and the Congolese hinterland to Homer’s Iliad and other ancient texts. Evelien Bracke does this seemingly effortlessly, having devoted half a lifetime to ancient myths, and to her own time.’
— Patrick De Rynck, classicist and author
‘Classics at Primary School is an engaging and accessible read that has something to offer all educators, classics or not, who are interested in teaching for social justice or adopting a more culturally responsive approach. The author’s demonstrated use of effective self-reflection, her argument for how classical languages have a place in social justice activism, and her detailed practical guide for creating transformative learning experiences within classics programmes are important contributions to the professional fields of classics and education.’
– Jessica Richardi, London School of Economics
