The image of classical antiquity that most of us learned in school overlooks misogyny while omitting the seed of feminist resistance. Many of the harmful practices of our day, such as school dress codes, exploitation of the environment or the culture of rape, have their roots in the ancient world. But in El resurgir de Antígona the classicist Helen Morales reminds us that myths have a subversive power, because they are told - and can be read - in very different ways. Through these stories, whether it is Antígona's courageous attitude against tyranny or that of the indestructible Céneo, who inspires transgender and non-binary people today, Morales uncovers hidden truths about solidarity, empowerment and catharsis. The Rise of Antigone offers us a new way of understanding the stories we take for granted and shows us how we can retrieve them to challenge the status quo and criticize unjust regimes.