In this compelling study , Vered Lev Kenaan examines the truly iconic figure of Pandora and her literary heritage in Greek and Latin literature. Pandora's Senses argues that Pandora, entering the world as a radiantly beautiful woman, leaves a decisive mark on ancient poetics. Through a series of readings of Greek and Roman literature, Kenaan reveals the central role played by the image of Pandora in shaping a text's idea, its meaning, and its readership. Through her explorations of the works of Hesiod, Plato, and Ovid, Kenaan compares male-female relationships, writing, and culture, giving us a greater understanding of gender as a critical lens through which to view ancient literature.