https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/annals-vol-2--6892142enHistoryCopyright Assorted Non Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5fb43f5e03b0c3fe6097cfc2c160c453.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/annals-vol-2--6892142Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:01 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusAssorted Non Fictionspreaker30@podcastlibrary.orgJoin us as we delve into Tacitus final masterpiece, The Annals, which vividly recounts the chaotic era following Augustus Caesars death in 14 AD. Although Tacitus intended to write at least 16 books, several sections are tragically lost, including...falsef878d1dd-af24-5123-9ee7-f971292e7d02episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apology-of-socrates-plato-platon--74450005https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74450005Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:03 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusThe "Apology of Socrates" by Plato presents a profound exploration of Socratic philosophy through the account of Socrates' defense during his trial. This work delves into themes of justice, virtue, and the pursuit of truth, highlighting Socrates'...4763falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-laches-text-87-119--74404812https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74404812Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:37 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"01" by Laches (Text 87-119) delves into timeless themes of human experience and introspection. This work invites listeners to reflect on the fundamental aspects of life, encouraging a deeper understanding of oneself and the world around us. Its...3744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--74327342https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74327342Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:23 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Gorgias," translated by Benjamin Jowett, presents a profound dialogue by Plato that explores the nature of rhetoric, ethics, and the pursuit of truth. Through a conversation between Socratic figures, it delves into the power of persuasion and the...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/institutio-oratoria-on-the-education-of-an-orator-volume-1-marcus-fabius-quintilianus--74279895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74279895Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:47 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusInstitutio Oratoria, authored by Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, serves as a foundational text on the education of orators, emphasizing the importance of rhetoric and the development of persuasive communication skills. Quintilian's insights into the art...34425falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-aeschylus--74166190https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74166190Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:06 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Persians" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of the aftermath of war, focusing on the Persian perspective following their defeat at the Battle of Salamis. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of hubris, loss, and the consequences of imperial...3959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herodotus-histories-vol-2-herodotus--74112651https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74112651Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusHerodotus' "Histories Vol 2" continues the exploration of the ancient world, delving into the customs, conflicts, and cultures that shaped history. This volume offers a rich tapestry of narratives that illuminate the complexities of human experience,...25052falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--74068306https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74068306Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars-Lucan" captures the intense and tumultuous events of the Roman Civil Wars through a dramatic lens. This epic poem delves into the themes of ambition, power struggles, and the human condition, reflecting...33803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-and-freindship-dramatic-reading-jane-austen--74017810https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74017810Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:03 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Love and Freindship" is a captivating dramatic reading by Jane Austen that showcases her early exploration of themes such as love, friendship, and the complexities of human relationships. This work, characterized by its wit and humor, delves into the...5049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homeric-hymns-epigrams-and-the-battle-of-frogs-and-mice-homer--73965967https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73965967Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:07 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusDive into the enchanting world of "Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice," where the timeless words of Homer continue to resonate through the ages. This collection showcases the beauty of ancient poetry, celebrating the gods and...11231falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--73913063https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73913063Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:47 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Prometheus Bound," translated by Thoreau, presents the timeless tale of the Titan Prometheus, who defies the gods to bring fire and knowledge to humanity. This powerful work explores themes of rebellion, suffering, and the quest for enlightenment,...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-euripides--73809634https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73809634Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:20 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Iphigenia in Aulis," translated by Way, is a powerful exploration of sacrifice, duty, and the complexities of human emotion, set against the backdrop of the Trojan War. This tragic tale delves into the moral dilemmas faced by its characters,...6263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/de-anima-aristotle--73777208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73777208Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:25 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"De Anima" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the soul, exploring its essence and functions in relation to living beings. This foundational text in philosophy examines the interplay between the mind and body, offering insights into perception,...12838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/catiline-conspiracy-and-the-jugurthine-war-gaius-sallust-sallustius-crispus--73746255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73746255Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:25 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Catiline Conspiracy and the Jugurthine War" by Gaius Sallustius Crispus explores two pivotal events in Roman history, highlighting themes of political intrigue, corruption, and the struggle for power. Sallust's incisive analysis of the Catiline...24223falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satyricon-gaius-petronius-arbiter--73721301https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73721301Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:13 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Satyricon" by Gaius Petronius Arbiter is a captivating exploration of Roman society, filled with vivid characters and satirical commentary on the excesses of the time. This ancient text offers listeners a glimpse into the lives of the wealthy and the...28571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-version-2-aeschylus--73701362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701362Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:30 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Persians" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of the aftermath of war, capturing the emotions and reflections of a nation in mourning. This ancient tragedy delves into themes of hubris, loss, and the consequences of imperial ambition, making it a...4061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/critias-plato-platon--73680763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73680763Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:21 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Critias" by Plato delves into the philosophical exploration of the legendary lost civilization of Atlantis, presenting a dialogue that reflects on the nature of society, governance, and morality. This work is essential for anyone interested in the...3993falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/works-and-days-the-theogony-and-the-shield-of-heracles-hesiod--73658213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73658213Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:28 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Works and Days, The Theogony, and The Shield of Heracles-Hesiod" presents a rich tapestry of ancient Greek thought, exploring themes of labor, divine order, and heroism. Hesiod's works delve into the nature of existence, offering insights into the...8945falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minor-works-of-josephus-flavius-josephus--73636773https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636773Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:27 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Minor Works of Josephus-Flavius Josephus" offers a compelling glimpse into the historical and cultural context of the ancient world through the lens of one of its most significant historians. Josephus, a Jewish priest and scholar, presents a...26230falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-edward-i-of-england-three-essays-thomas-frederick-tout--73599208https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73599208Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:42 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"King Edward I of England Three Essays" by Thomas Frederick Tout delves into the life and reign of one of England's most formidable monarchs. Through a series of insightful essays, Tout examines Edward I's significant contributions to the political...6293falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parva-naturalia-aristotle--73567289https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73567289Thu, 06 Aug 2026 16:33:57 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Parva Naturalia" by Aristotle delves into the intricacies of the natural world, exploring themes of life, sensation, and the essence of human existence. This foundational work in philosophy examines the principles of nature and the human condition,...16139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sappho-a-new-rendering-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso-sappho--73532939https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73532939Thu, 06 Aug 2026 03:53:13 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Sappho A New Rendering" presents a fresh interpretation of the timeless works of Sappho, the renowned ancient Greek poet, through the lens of Publius Ovidius Naso, commonly known as Ovid. This audiobook invites listeners to explore the enduring...2139falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/008-book-06-part-3--70288467https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70288467Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:42:49 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusJoin us as we delve into Tacitus final masterpiece, The Annals, which vividly recounts the chaotic era following Augustus Caesars death in 14 AD. Although Tacitus intended to write at least 16 books, several sections are tragically lost, including...2443augustus,caligula,claudius,empire,history,literature,nero,rome,tacitus,tiberiusfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-book-06-part-2--70288466https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70288466Thu, 26 Feb 2026 01:42:45 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusJoin us as we delve into Tacitus final masterpiece, The Annals, which vividly recounts the chaotic era following Augustus Caesars death in 14 AD. 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