Ovid’s Metamorphoses is broken down into fifteen different books, each consisting of unique transformations. Greek and Roman mythology play an important role in the epic poem, contributing to the idea of transformation. Within the anecdotes, different themes are present, allowing readers to understand Ovid’s purpose behind the importance of change. During the Roman Era, Ovid was a creative writer, influencing people’s lives through his works. One of his most famous works is Metamorphoses. His main writing topics were about “sex and relationships in contemporary Rome” (Puchner 649). These topics play a main role in Metamorphoses, contributing to why transformations occur. Ovid also incorporates “retellings of ancient myths” (Puchner 649). The