#168 - Bullfinch's Mythology: Aurora and Tithonus

Join Todd Young as he narrates the poignant myth of Aurora and Tithonus, where love transcends mortality in unexpected ways. Aurora, the goddess of dawn, falls deeply for a mortal prince, Tithonus, and seeks to preserve him forever. However, her wish for his immortality overlooks the ravages of time, leading to a bittersweet love story that endures beyond life. This haunting tale of love and consequence unfolds with celestial battles and the birth of a new hero, Memnon, who faces his own tragic destiny in the Trojan War. Dive into this mythical narrative where the sky weeps and echoes of love linger in dew drops each morning.