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This confederation of Greek city states with Athens at its head was an attempt to present a unified front to...false1fa33d17-15fe-54c2-b13d-2f455be9fb5eepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selections-from-josephus-flavius-josephus--74449742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74449742Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:05:45 +0000George William Cox"Selections from Josephus-Flavius Josephus" offers a compelling glimpse into the works of the ancient historian Flavius Josephus, whose writings provide invaluable insights into Jewish history and the tumultuous events surrounding the first century....29427falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coffee-break-collection-007-travel-various--74398415https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74398415Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:23 +0000George William CoxCoffee Break Collection 007 by Travel-Various invites listeners to immerse themselves in a rich tapestry of stories and insights that celebrate the essence of travel and exploration. This collection offers a diverse range of narratives that resonate...9072falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-version-2-aeschylus--74316609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74316609Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:40 +0000George William Cox"Persians (version 2)" by Aeschylus offers a poignant exploration of the consequences of war and the fragility of power, focusing on the Persian perspective following their defeat at the hands of the Athenians. This timeless tragedy delves into themes...4061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/other-people-s-money-louis-d-brandeis--74211311https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74211311Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:10 +0000George William Cox"Other People's Money" by Louis D. Brandeis delves into the intricate relationship between finance and society, emphasizing the impact of concentrated wealth on democracy and individual freedoms. Brandeis argues for the necessity of transparency and...18978falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74144930https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74144930Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:06:02 +0000George William Cox"Libation-Bearers," part of Aeschylus's powerful Oresteia trilogy, delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. This timeless tale follows the aftermath of a murder, as characters grapple with the burdens of...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/greek-athletics-frederick-adam-wright--74096357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74096357Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:05:37 +0000George William CoxGreek Athletics by Frederick Adam Wright delves into the rich history and significance of athletic competitions in ancient Greece, highlighting their cultural and social importance within the Athenian Empire. This exploration reveals how these events...11177falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/commentaries-on-the-gallic-war-gaius-julius-caesar--74040434https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74040434Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:27 +0000George William Cox"Commentaries on the Gallic War" by Gaius Julius Caesar offers a firsthand account of the military campaigns waged by Rome against the tribes of Gaul. This work is not only a crucial historical document but also a profound exploration of leadership,...26188falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medea-way-translation-euripides--73984886https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73984886Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:53 +0000George William CoxMedea, a powerful tragedy by Euripides, delves into themes of betrayal, vengeance, and the complexities of love and loyalty. This timeless tale explores the depths of human emotion and the consequences of extreme actions, making it a poignant...5207falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satires-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis--73930769https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73930769Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:05:00 +0000George William CoxSatires by Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis presents a scathing commentary on the moral decay and social injustices of Roman society during his time. Through sharp wit and incisive observations, Iuvenalis critiques the excesses of wealth, the corruption of...19094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fables-of-phaedrus-phaedrus--73870305https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73870305Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:05:39 +0000George William CoxFables of Phaedrus-Phaedrus invites listeners into a world of timeless tales that explore the intricacies of human nature and moral lessons. This collection of fables, steeped in the wisdom of ancient thought, offers insights that remain relevant...6933falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/barberry-bush-and-eight-other-stories-for-girls-susan-coolidge--73806128https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73806128Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:31 +0000George William Cox"Barberry Bush and Eight Other Stories for Girls" by Susan Coolidge is a delightful collection that captures the essence of girlhood through engaging narratives. Each story offers a glimpse into the lives, dreams, and challenges faced by young girls,...22405falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-073-various--73773666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73773666Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:28 +0000George William CoxShort Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 073-Various offers a diverse array of thought-provoking essays that invite listeners to explore a variety of topics and perspectives. Each piece is crafted to illuminate the complexities of human experience, making it...24495falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brazilian-tales-various--73743138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73743138Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:17 +0000George William Cox"Brazilian Tales-Various" invites listeners into a rich tapestry of Brazilian storytelling, showcasing a diverse array of narratives that reflect the country's vibrant culture and traditions. These tales capture the essence of Brazilian life, weaving...10676falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-of-prince-metternich-george-bruce-malleson--73718690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718690Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:37 +0000George William Cox"Life of Prince Metternich" by George Bruce Malleson offers a detailed exploration of the influential statesman who played a pivotal role in shaping European politics during the 19th century. Metternich's diplomatic strategies and his efforts to...26997falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--73699242https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73699242Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:09 +0000George William Cox"Gorgias," translated by Benjamin Jowett, is a profound dialogue by Plato that delves into the nature of rhetoric, the art of persuasion, and the ethical implications of speaking. Through a series of discussions, Socrates challenges the views of...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--73678530https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73678530Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:19 +0000George William CoxMeditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius is a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy, offering timeless reflections on self-discipline, virtue, and the nature of existence. As a personal journal, it captures the thoughts...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heroides-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--73655691https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73655691Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:25 +0000George William Cox"Heroides-Publius" by Ovidius Naso is a compelling exploration of love and longing, presented through a series of letters from mythological heroines to their absent lovers. This work delves into the emotional depths of desire, betrayal, and the...18889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-and-girls-pliny-vol-4-pliny-the-elder-john-s-white--73632970https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73632970Fri, 07 Aug 2026 19:07:57 +0000George William CoxBoys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 4 features the works of Pliny the Elder, translated by John S. White, offering listeners a glimpse into the rich tapestry of knowledge and observation from one of Rome's most esteemed naturalists. This volume presents a...9581falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-1-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73595362https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73595362Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:36:32 +0000George William Cox"Annals Vol 1" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a profound exploration of Roman history, focusing on the political dynamics and moral complexities of the empire during the early years of the Julio-Claudian dynasty. Tacitus, known for his incisive...23020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/short-nonfiction-collection-vol-080-various--73563068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73563068Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:55:45 +0000George William Cox"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 080-Various" presents a curated selection of thought-provoking essays that delve into a variety of subjects, reflecting diverse perspectives and insights. This collection invites listeners to engage with the richness...25586falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-rome-from-the-foundation-of-the-city-to-its-destruction-by-the-gauls-wilhelm-ihne--73278486https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73278486Fri, 31 Jul 2026 09:58:08 +0000George William Cox"Early Rome, from the Foundation of the City to its Destruction by the Gauls" by Wilhelm Ihne offers a compelling exploration of the origins of Rome, tracing its journey from a fledgling settlement to a powerful city-state. This historical account...24589falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/athenian-empire-george-william-cox--71794625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71794625Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:59:31 +0000George William CoxThe British historian, George W. Cox writes that the "whole duration of the Athenian empire extends over little more than two generations." 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