Orpheus and Eurydice

Orpheus and Eurydice is a famous Greek myth about love and loss. Orpheus, a talented musician, falls in love with Eurydice, but she dies shortly after their wedding. Grief-stricken, Orpheus descends to the Underworld to retrieve her, enchanting Hades and Persephone with his music. They agree to let Eurydice return with him to the living realm on one condition: he must not look back at her until they reach the surface. However, he turns to see her just before they escape, causing her to vanish forever. The story explores themes of love, trust, and the power of art.