https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/polity-of-the-athenians-and-the-lacedaemonians-spartans--6892240enHistoryCopyright Assorted Non Fictionhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5126ef50a3d706a2a64c590175de8ab9.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/polity-of-the-athenians-and-the-lacedaemonians-spartans--6892240Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:25:01 +0000XenophonAssorted Non Fictionspreaker30@podcastlibrary.orgStep into the captivating world of ancient Sparta, where the remarkable laws and institutions designed by Lycurgus molded citizens from childhood to adulthood. Much of what we know about this enigmatic society comes from Xenophon, an Athenian born in...false647b374d-99dd-5db3-b646-eb5b97053a9aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-murray-translation-euripides--74452057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74452057Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0000Xenophon"Trojan Women," translated by Gilbert Murray, presents a poignant exploration of the aftermath of the Trojan War, focusing on the fates of the women left behind. As the city of Troy falls, these women grapple with loss, despair, and the harsh...6180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tusculan-disputations-marcus-tullius-cicero--74407948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74407948Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000XenophonTusculan Disputations by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into profound philosophical discussions that explore the nature of happiness, the soul, and the pursuit of virtue. This work is a cornerstone of Stoic philosophy and remains relevant today as it...31020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-interpretation-aristotle--74330402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74330402Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:30 +0000Xenophon"On Interpretation" by Aristotle delves into the nuances of language, meaning, and the relationship between words and reality. This foundational work explores how interpretation shapes our understanding of the world, a theme that remains relevant as...4240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acharnians-billson-translation-aristophanes--74292309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74292309Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:34 +0000Xenophon"Acharnians," translated by Billson, is a classic comedic play by Aristophanes that explores themes of war, peace, and the human condition through the lens of Athenian society. The protagonist seeks to secure personal peace amidst the backdrop of the...5752falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eclogues-virgil--74168941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74168941Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:14 +0000Xenophon"Eclogues" by Virgil is a collection of pastoral poems that capture the beauty of rural life and the deep connection between nature and humanity. These evocative verses reflect themes of love, loss, and the simplicity of pastoral existence, making...4110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adelphi-or-the-brothers-terence--74114374https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74114374Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Xenophon"Adelphi or, The Brothers-Terence" explores the complexities of sibling relationships and the dynamics of family ties through the lens of ancient themes. This timeless narrative delves into the bonds between brothers, revealing how love, rivalry, and...6466falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-3-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74070600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74070600Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:46 +0000Xenophon"Annals Vol 3" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the intricate political landscape of ancient Rome, capturing the complexities of governance, power struggles, and the moral fabric of society. Tacitus, renowned for his sharp insights and...28359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-greek-statesmen-george-william-cox--74020020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74020020Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:05 +0000Xenophon"Lives of Greek Statesmen" by George William Cox offers a compelling exploration of the influential figures who shaped the political landscape of ancient Greece, particularly focusing on the contrasting states of Athens and Sparta. This work delves...31925falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--73968255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73968255Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:23 +0000Xenophon"Prometheus Bound," translated by Thoreau, presents the timeless tale of Prometheus, the Titan who defies the gods to bring fire and enlightenment to humanity. This powerful narrative explores themes of rebellion, suffering, and the quest for...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abraham-lincoln-s-lyceum-address-with-an-introduction-by-theodore-roosevelt-various--73915750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73915750Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:05 +0000XenophonAbraham Lincoln's Lyceum Address, introduced by Theodore Roosevelt, presents a profound exploration of the principles that underpin American democracy and the importance of civic responsibility. Delivered in 1838, Lincoln's address reflects on the...2633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/problem-of-china-bertrand-russell--73812229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73812229Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:01:37 +0000Xenophon"Problem of China" by Bertrand Russell delves into the complexities and challenges faced by China in the early 20th century, examining its political, social, and philosophical landscape. Russell offers profound insights into the country's struggles...29922falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-of-greek-statesmen-george-william-cox--73779652https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73779652Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:01:35 +0000Xenophon"Lives of Greek Statesmen" by George William Cox offers a compelling exploration of the influential figures who shaped ancient Greek politics, particularly focusing on the contrasting legacies of Athenian and Lacedaemonian (Spartan) leaders. This...31925falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philippics-marcus-tullius-cicero--73748255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73748255Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:01:23 +0000Xenophon"Philippics" by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a powerful series of speeches that critique and challenge the political landscape of Cicero's time, particularly targeting the ambitions of Mark Antony. This work remains relevant today, as it delves into...35184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-way-translation-euripides--73723185https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73723185Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:01:30 +0000XenophonEuripides’ "Alcestis" explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships through the poignant story of a devoted wife who is willing to die for her husband. This timeless tragedy delves into the nature of selflessness and...4434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-murray-translation-euripides--73702820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73702820Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:01:36 +0000XenophonEuripides' "Trojan Women," translated by Murray, is a poignant exploration of the aftermath of war, focusing on the plight of the women of Troy as they face the devastating consequences of their city's fall. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of...6180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trips-to-the-moon-lucian-of-samosata--73682233https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73682233Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:01:39 +0000Xenophon"Trips to the Moon" by Lucian of Samosata is a satirical exploration of the fantastical journey to the moon, reflecting the author's sharp wit and imaginative storytelling. This work challenges the boundaries of reality and fiction, inviting listeners...12445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-and-war-olive-schreiner--73659655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73659655Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:01:36 +0000Xenophon"Woman and War" by Olive Schreiner explores the intricate relationship between gender and conflict, delving into the impact of war on women and society. This thought-provoking work remains relevant today as it addresses themes of female agency, the...3113falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eryxias-text-559--73638845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73638845Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:01:38 +0000Xenophon"Eryxias (Text 559)" delves into the philosophical inquiries surrounding wealth and its implications within society. This work invites listeners to reflect on the nature of riches, the pursuit of material possessions, and their impact on human...2333falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/institutio-oratoria-on-the-education-of-an-orator-volume-2-marcus-fabius-quintilianus--73601743https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73601743Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:01:51 +0000XenophonInstitutio Oratoria, volume 2 by Marcus Fabius Quintilianus delves into the principles of oratory education, emphasizing the importance of developing effective communication skills. Quintilian's insights into rhetoric and the art of persuasion remain...29789falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charmides-plato-platon--73569808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73569808Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:35:51 +0000Xenophon"Charmides" by Plato delves into the exploration of self-knowledge and the nature of temperance, presenting a dialogue that examines the essence of wisdom and the importance of understanding oneself. This philosophical inquiry remains relevant today,...3905falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedrus-plato-platon--73535535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73535535Thu, 06 Aug 2026 04:46:21 +0000Xenophon"Phaedrus" by Plato explores the intricacies of love, rhetoric, and the nature of the soul through a dialogue between Socrates and Phaedrus. This philosophical work delves into the relationship between love and beauty, examining how these concepts...12816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/003-the-polity-of-the-lacedaemonians-part-2--70291134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70291134Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:18:49 +0000XenophonStep into the captivating world of ancient Sparta, where the remarkable laws and institutions designed by Lycurgus molded citizens from childhood to adulthood. 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Much of what we know about this enigmatic society comes from Xenophon, an Athenian born in...1906athenian,culture,democracy,governance,history,lycurgus,philosophy,sparta,warfare,xenophonfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/001-the-polity-of-the-athenians--70291131https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70291131Thu, 26 Feb 2026 03:18:41 +0000XenophonStep into the captivating world of ancient Sparta, where the remarkable laws and institutions designed by Lycurgus molded citizens from childhood to adulthood. Much of what we know about this enigmatic society comes from Xenophon, an Athenian born in...2280athenian,culture,democracy,governance,history,lycurgus,philosophy,sparta,warfare,xenophonfalsefull