Sophia Joppolo

I'm Sophia, author of books on Ancient Greek mythology and religious practice. Hellenic traditions are close to my heart: my ancestors come from a region in Sicily called Agrigento, home to the Valley of the Temples. I have an MA in Classical Archaeology from Sapienza University of Rome, and love to share the magic of Ancient Greek sanctuaries with my readers. My books aim to teach ancient ritual practices which challenge the mind, empower the soul and uplift the spirit.

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Sacred Roots: Gardening with the Greek Gods

Build a living sanctuary to please the Greek gods

Which ancient Greek god or goddess presides over your garden? Delve into ancient lore to learn which plant Persephone loathes, which herbs Hecate would grow, and which flowers Aphrodite uses in her perfume.

Sophia Joppolo draws on her background in permaculture gardening, archaeology, and the lore of her maternal ancestors in this approachable guide to honoring ancient traditions in the modern day.