Hypolympia; Or, The Gods in the Island, an Ironic Fantasy

Hypolympia; Or, The Gods in the Island is a novel by Edmund Gosse, first published in 1901. It presents a whimsical and ironic tale where the ancient Greek gods, stripped of their immortality, find themselves exiled on a remote island. The narrative explores themes of mortality, identity, and the transformation of these deities as they confront their new, humbled existence and navigate their relationships in a world where they are no longer revered. The story begins with Aphrodite and Eros arriving on the island, joined by other gods like Poseidon and Athena, who grapple with their lost powers and status.