Kalliope

Kalliope is a figure from Greek mythology, one of the nine Muses. She is the Muse of epic poetry and eloquence. The name Kalliope derives from the Greek words 'kallos' meaning "beauty" and 'ops' meaning "voice," thus signifying "beautiful-voiced." She is often depicted with a stylus and wax tablet, or a scroll, signifying her association with writing and poetry. Kalliope is frequently described as the most important and authoritative of the Muses, and is often depicted as being the mother of Orpheus, the legendary musician and poet, by Apollo or Oeagrus. Her influence is said to inspire poets to create works of great skill and beauty, particularly those that tell grand narratives and celebrate heroic deeds. In Roman mythology, she corresponds to the Muse called Carmen. Her presence is invoked at the beginning of epic poems to ensure divine inspiration and poetic success.