https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agamemnon-browning-translation--7031667enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/79ba82f0fe88a28f010c9e6db21a6c3e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/agamemnon-browning-translation--7031667Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0000AeschylusGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgThe play Agamemnon details the homecoming of Agamemnon, King of Argos, from the Trojan War. Waiting at home for him is his wife, Clytemnestra, who has been planning his murder, partly as revenge for the sacrifice of their daughter, Iphigenia, and...falsed380f343-039f-530e-8505-e74cc52ab1f9episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-of-the-emperor-marcus-aurelius-antoninus-marcus-aurelius--74469000https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74469000Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:00 +0000Aeschylus"Meditations of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius Antoninus-Marcus Aurelius" offers profound insights into the mind of one of history's greatest Stoic philosophers. This collection of personal writings reflects Marcus Aurelius's thoughts on virtue,...17268falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dialogue-concerning-oratory-or-the-causes-of-corrupt-eloquence-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74423865https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74423865Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:22 +0000Aeschylus"Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the intricacies of rhetoric and the decline of eloquence in public discourse. Tacitus explores the factors that contribute to corrupt speech,...10872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcibiades-i-plato-platon--74343053https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74343053Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:50 +0000Aeschylus"Alcibiades I" by Plato delves into the complex relationship between Socrates and the young Athenian statesman Alcibiades, exploring themes of self-knowledge, virtue, and the nature of love. This dialogue presents a profound examination of the moral...8145falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/magna-moralia-aristotle--74287367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74287367Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:19 +0000AeschylusMagna Moralia by Aristotle presents a profound exploration of ethics and morality, delving into the principles that govern human conduct and the pursuit of a virtuous life. This work invites listeners to reflect on the nature of moral character, the...12779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mythology-jane-ellen-harrison--74170738https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74170738Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:33 +0000Aeschylus"Mythology" by Jane Ellen Harrison delves into the rich tapestry of ancient myths, exploring their origins, meanings, and the cultural contexts in which they flourished. This work invites listeners to reflect on the enduring themes of human...11106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-generation-and-corruption-aristotle--74112108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74112108Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:02 +0000Aeschylus"On Generation and Corruption" by Aristotle delves into the fundamental principles of change and the processes of coming into being and passing away. This philosophical work examines the nature of substances and the relationships between elements,...12642falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-2-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74063357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74063357Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:18 +0000Aeschylus"Annals Vol 2" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus continues the exploration of Roman history, delving into the intricacies of governance, power struggles, and the complexities of human nature. Tacitus, known for his incisive observations, offers a narrative...13798falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lausiac-history-palladius--74008895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74008895Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000AeschylusLausiac History-Palladius offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of early Christian monks and the spiritual practices that shaped their communities. This historical account serves as a testament to the enduring nature of faith and the quest for a...16380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-version-2-aeschylus--73953115https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73953115Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:33 +0000Aeschylus"Persians (version 2)" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of the aftermath of war and the consequences of hubris, as it reflects on the Persian defeat in the Battle of Salamis. This tragedy captures the emotions of loss and despair as the Persian...4061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--73894041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73894041Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:52 +0000AeschylusAgamemnon, translated by Robert Browning, is a powerful tragedy by Aeschylus that delves into themes of fate, justice, and the devastating consequences of revenge. The story unfolds as the titular character returns home from the Trojan War, only to...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ajax-campbell-translation-sophocles--73819524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73819524Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:24 +0000AeschylusAjax, a powerful warrior in Sophocles' tragedy, grapples with themes of honor, madness, and the struggle for identity in the wake of defeat. This poignant tale explores the depths of human emotion and the consequences of pride, making it a timeless...4849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-way-translation-euripides--73781087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73781087Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:27 +0000Aeschylus"Alcestis," a powerful work by Euripides, explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the human condition through the poignant story of a devoted wife who offers her life for her husband's survival. This timeless tale delves into the complexities of duty...4434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fall-of-troy-quintus-smyrnaeus--73745567https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73745567Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:37 +0000Aeschylus"Fall of Troy" by Quintus Smyrnaeus captures the dramatic aftermath of the Trojan War, focusing on the fateful events that unfold as the once-great city succumbs to its inevitable downfall. This epic poem delves into themes of heroism, fate, and the...33396falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-storr-translation-sophocles--73717453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73717453Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:49 +0000AeschylusOedipus Rex, a timeless tragedy by Sophocles, explores the harrowing journey of its titular character as he grapples with fate, identity, and the quest for truth. This powerful narrative delves into the consequences of human actions and the...5088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-aeschylus--73694827https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73694827Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:05 +0000Aeschylus"Persians" by Aeschylus is a profound exploration of the consequences of war and the fragility of power, presenting a haunting reflection on the Persian Empire's defeat during the Greco-Persian Wars. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of hubris,...3959falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-3-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73670065https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73670065Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:07:48 +0000Aeschylus"Annals Vol 3" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a profound exploration of the Roman Empire during a pivotal era, delving into the political intrigues and societal dynamics that shaped its history. Tacitus, renowned for his incisive observations,...28359falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menexenus-text-517--73645742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73645742Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:42:50 +0000Aeschylus"Menexenus" is a dialogue attributed to Plato, where the character Socrates delivers a funeral oration that reflects on the virtues and sacrifices of Athenian soldiers. This work provides a poignant exploration of themes such as honor, civic duty, and...2487falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/01-laches-text-87-119--73607948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73607948Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:59:53 +0000Aeschylus"01" by Laches delves into themes of morality, justice, and the complexities of human nature, offering a profound exploration of ethical dilemmas that resonate through time. This text, spanning from lines 87 to 119, invites listeners to reflect on the...3744falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73290851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73290851Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:52:32 +0000AeschylusAgamemnon (Morshead Translation) by Aeschylus is a timeless exploration of fate, justice, and the consequences of power. This tragic play delves into the themes of vengeance and moral ambiguity, reflecting the complexities of human nature and societal...8855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--71996623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996623Wed, 13 May 2026 22:09:06 +0000AeschylusThe play Agamemnon details the homecoming of Agamemnon, King of Argos, from the Trojan War. Waiting at home for him is his wife, Clytemnestra, who has been planning his murder, partly as revenge for the sacrifice of their daughter, Iphigenia, and...6292aegisthus,aeschylus,agamemnon,antiquity,browning,classics,clytemnestra,greek,latin,translationfalsefull