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This unique approach makes history accessible and intriguing, inviting listeners...14542falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/roman-empire-of-the-second-century-or-the-age-of-the-antonines-william-wolfe-capes--74402607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74402607Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:05:26 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"Roman Empire of the Second Century Or, The Age of the Antonines" by William Wolfe Capes offers a detailed exploration of a pivotal period in Roman history characterized by the reigns of the Antonine emperors. This era is marked by significant...25969falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/history-of-egypt-chaldea-syria-babylonia-and-assyria-vol-3-gaston-maspero--74320396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74320396Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:04:48 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottGaston Maspero's "History Of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Vol. 3" delves into the rich tapestry of ancient civilizations that shaped the Near East, exploring their cultures, achievements, and historical significance. This volume...27487falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--74214897https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74214897Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:06:21 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottAgamemnon, translated by Robert Browning, is a timeless tragedy by Aeschylus that delves into themes of fate, justice, and the consequences of vengeance. 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This timeless work encourages readers to cultivate...25147falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-the-foundation-of-the-city-vol-01-titus-livius--74043099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74043099Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:05:54 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius" delves into the rich history of Rome as chronicled by the renowned historian Livy. This volume sets the stage for understanding the foundational events that shaped the Roman Republic and its...25892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-nature-of-the-gods-marcus-tullius-cicero--73987935https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73987935Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:05:51 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"On the Nature of the Gods" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the philosophical discourse surrounding the existence and nature of divinity. 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This compelling exploration reveals Sulla's rise to power and the complexities of his...35943falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anabasis-xenophon--73808928https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73808928Fri, 14 Aug 2026 09:02:36 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"Anabasis-Xenophon" is a classic work that chronicles the journey of Greek mercenaries as they navigate their way home after a failed expedition. This enduring tale of resilience and leadership explores themes of survival, camaraderie, and the human...32712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/institutio-oratoria-on-the-education-of-an-orator-volume-1-marcus-fabius-quintilianus--73776437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73776437Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:02:28 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottInstitutio Oratoria, written by Marcus Fabius Quintilianus, is a foundational text on the education of orators, exploring the principles and techniques necessary for effective public speaking. Quintilian emphasizes the importance of rhetoric, ethics,...34425falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/economics-aristotle--73745580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73745580Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:02:28 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"Economics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational principles of economics as articulated by the great philosopher Aristotle, exploring the intricate relationship between ethics and economic practices. This work is essential for understanding how...3633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-3-the-dialogues-of-the-dead-lucian-of-samosata--73720703https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73720703Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:02:50 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottLucian's Dialogues Volume 3, The Dialogues of the Dead, presents a unique exploration of the afterlife through witty and thought-provoking conversations among deceased figures. This work invites listeners to reflect on life, morality, and the human...9810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hippolytus-euripides--73700820https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73700820Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:03:22 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottHippolytus, a powerful tragedy by Euripides, delves into themes of desire, honor, and the consequences of human actions. The story unfolds the tragic fate of Hippolytus, whose unwavering devotion to chastity and disdain for love leads to catastrophic...5935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-storr-translation-sophocles--73680332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73680332Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:03:24 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"Electra," translated by Storr, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into themes of revenge, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. Centered around Electra's profound grief and her quest for vengeance against her mother and her...5338falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trips-to-the-moon-lucian-of-samosata--73657636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73657636Sat, 08 Aug 2026 09:03:42 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"Trips to the Moon" by Lucian of Samosata invites listeners on a whimsical journey that explores the boundaries of imagination and satire. This ancient text cleverly critiques societal norms and human folly through its fantastical narrative, making it...12445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/georgics-virgil--73636158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73636158Fri, 07 Aug 2026 20:17:41 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred Upcott"Georgics" by Virgil is a profound exploration of agricultural life, reflecting on the relationship between humanity and nature. 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This powerful tragedy follows the return of Agamemnon from the Trojan War, exploring the complexities of fate...8855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/philippics-marcus-tullius-cicero--73279902https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73279902Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:08:01 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottPhilippics by Marcus Tullius Cicero is a powerful series of speeches that capture Cicero's fervent opposition to the political machinations of his time, particularly those led by Mark Antony. This work remains a crucial exploration of rhetoric and its...35185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/speeches-against-catilina-marcus-tullius-cicero-ernest-alfred-upcott--71796297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71796297Thu, 30 Apr 2026 21:35:10 +0000Marcus Tullius Cicero, Ernest Alfred UpcottThis volume contains the four speeches delivered by Cicero in 63 BC, when he was a consul, against the conspiracy headed by L. Sergius Catilina. Catilina was scheming to bring about a general uprising in the country if he could not rise to a position...12236against,antiquity,catilina,cicero,consul,scheming,sergius,speeches,upcott,uprisingfalsefull