https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agricola--6892138enHistoryCopyright Assorted Non Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9685ac2a4f38151e562abdbca3b17f5d.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agricola--6892138Tue, 25 Aug 2026 09:27:58 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusAssorted Non Fictionspreaker30@podcastlibrary.orgStep into the fascinating realm of ancient Rome with Agricola, a remarkable biography crafted by the historian Tacitus around 98 AD. 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This ancient Greek play delves into the...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-the-foundation-of-the-city-vol-01-titus-livius--74017680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74017680Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius" delves into the rich history of Rome, chronicling its legendary beginnings and the foundational events that shaped its trajectory. This work captures the essence of resilience, ambition, and the...25892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--73965823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73965823Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:15 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"On the Ends of Good and Evil" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the philosophical exploration of morality, examining the nature of good and evil and their implications for human behavior and society. Cicero's insights into ethical dilemmas and the...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-and-girls-pliny-vol-2-pliny-the-elder-john-s-white--73912904https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73912904Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:53 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusBoys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 2, featuring the works of Pliny the Elder as translated by John S. White, invites listeners into the rich tapestry of ancient knowledge and natural history. This volume continues to explore the insights and observations of...9319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73809476https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73809476Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:38 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Libation-Bearers," part of Aeschylus's famed Oresteia trilogy, delves into themes of revenge, justice, and the weight of familial duty. This powerful drama unfolds in the aftermath of a murder, as the characters grapple with the consequences of their...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peace-aristophanes--73777094https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73777094Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:23 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Peace-Aristophanes" is a compelling work that delves into themes of harmony and the human desire for tranquility amidst chaos. This classic play by Aristophanes captures the essence of peace as a vital aspiration, reflecting the struggles and...6155falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ajax-campbell-translation-sophocles--73746114https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73746114Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:18 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusAjax, translated by Campbell, is a powerful tragedy by Sophocles that delves into the themes of honor, pride, and the devastating effects of war. The story centers on Ajax, a formidable Greek warrior who, in the wake of humiliation and despair,...4849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menaechmi-or-the-twin-brothers-titus-maccius-plautus--73721195https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73721195Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:13 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusMenaechmi, also known as The Twin Brothers, is a comedic play by Titus Maccius Plautus that explores themes of mistaken identity and the complexities of human relationships. The story revolves around two identical twins separated at birth, leading to...7691falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-parts-of-animals-aristotle--73701290https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701290Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:23 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"On the Parts of Animals" by Aristotle delves into the intricate anatomy and functions of various creatures, offering insights that laid the groundwork for biological sciences. This foundational work explores the relationship between form and function...35175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--73680681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73680681Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:28 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusMeditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius is a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy, offering timeless reflections on virtue, resilience, and the nature of existence. This collection of personal writings reveals...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parmenides-plato-platon--73658087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73658087Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:31 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Parmenides-Plato" delves into the profound philosophical ideas of Parmenides as interpreted by Plato, exploring themes of existence, reality, and the nature of knowledge. This work invites listeners to engage with the foundational questions of...8035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-generation-and-corruption-aristotle--73636630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636630Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:29 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"On Generation and Corruption" by Aristotle delves into the fundamental principles of change and the nature of existence, exploring how things come into being and ultimately decay. This work remains timeless as it addresses the cyclical processes of...12642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-at-colonus-jebb-translation-sophocles--73599085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73599085Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:48 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Oedipus at Colonus," translated by Jebb, presents the poignant conclusion to Sophocles' exploration of fate, identity, and redemption. In this timeless tale, the blinded Oedipus seeks sanctuary in Colonus, grappling with his past and the weight of...6481falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-4-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--73567167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73567167Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:30:47 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 4-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus" offers an insightful exploration of the lives of significant figures from ancient Greece and Rome, as chronicled by the esteemed philosopher and historian Plutarch. This...30736falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pseudolus-or-the-cheat-titus-maccius-plautus--73532798https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73532798Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:49:51 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Pseudolus or, The Cheat" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a classic comedic play that showcases the cleverness and cunning of its titular character, Pseudolus, as he navigates the complexities of love and deception. This enduring tale highlights themes of...7951falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/004-section-4--70288371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70288371Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:39:55 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusStep into the fascinating realm of ancient Rome with Agricola, a remarkable biography crafted by the historian Tacitus around 98 AD. 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