https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/herodotus-histories-vol-2--7031737enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0f804b6389bec555592b97dd01361ef2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/herodotus-histories-vol-2--7031737Wed, 26 Aug 2026 03:30:49 +0000HerodotusGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgThe Histories of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. Written about 440 BC, the Histories tell the story of the war between the Persian Empire and the Greek city-states in the 5th century BC....falsec25332f3-b936-561d-b40e-a1c4d2401068episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastoral-loves-of-daphnis-and-chloe-longus--74470118https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74470118Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Herodotus"The Pastoral Loves of Daphnis and Chloe" by Longus is a timeless tale of romance and innocence set against the backdrop of a lush pastoral landscape. This enchanting narrative explores the tender love story between two shepherds, Daphnis and Chloe,...11326falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eclogues-virgil--74424778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74424778Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:36 +0000Herodotus"Eclogues" by Virgil is a collection of pastoral poems that captures the beauty of rural life and the simplicity of nature. These verses reflect themes of love, loss, and the interplay between humanity and the natural world, making them timeless in...4110falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedrus-plato-platon--74344384https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74344384Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:53 +0000Herodotus"Phaedrus" by Plato delves into the nature of love, rhetoric, and the soul, exploring how these elements intertwine in the pursuit of truth and beauty. This dialogue not only examines the art of persuasion but also reflects on the profound impact of...12816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heroides-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--74288440https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74288440Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:21 +0000Herodotus"Heroides-Publius" by Ovidius Naso presents a unique and captivating exploration of love and longing through a series of poetic letters written by heroines from mythology to their absent lovers. This collection delves into the depths of emotion,...18889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lays-of-ancient-rome-version-2-thomas-babington-macaulay--74172157https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74172157Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Herodotus"Lays of Ancient Rome" by Thomas Babington Macaulay is a collection of narrative poems that celebrate the legendary history and heroic figures of ancient Rome. Through vivid imagery and stirring language, Macaulay captures the essence of Roman valor,...9589falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-aeschylus--74113049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113049Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:05 +0000Herodotus"Prometheus Bound," translated by Robert Browning, is a powerful exploration of defiance and the struggle against tyranny. This ancient Greek tragedy by Aeschylus delves into the themes of suffering, sacrifice, and the quest for knowledge, as...4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protagoras-plato-platon--74064412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74064412Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:34 +0000Herodotus"Protagoras-Plato" delves into the philosophical dialogues of Plato, focusing on the ideas presented by Protagoras, a preeminent Sophist. This work explores fundamental questions about knowledge, virtue, and the nature of truth, offering listeners a...11732falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74010219https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74010219Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:21 +0000Herodotus"Libation-Bearers" is a powerful and enduring work by Aeschylus, exploring themes of revenge, justice, and the complexities of familial duty. As the second play in the Oresteia trilogy, it delves into the aftermath of a heinous crime and the moral...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion-epictetus--73954233https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73954233Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:39 +0000Herodotus"Selection from the Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion-Epictetus" presents timeless teachings from the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, focusing on the art of living a virtuous life. This collection emphasizes the importance of inner strength,...26908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--73895297https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73895297Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:07:56 +0000Herodotus"Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars" by Lucan captures the intense and tumultuous events of the Roman Civil Wars, portraying the struggle for power and the consequences of ambition. This epic poem presents a vivid exploration of conflict,...33803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meditations-marcus-aurelius--73821087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73821087Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:26 +0000HerodotusMeditations by Marcus Aurelius is a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy, offering insights into the nature of existence and the importance of self-reflection. This timeless work serves as a personal journal where Aurelius contemplates virtue,...25147falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lysistrata-version-2-aristophanes--73782400https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73782400Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:30 +0000Herodotus"Lysistrata," a comedic play by Aristophanes, explores themes of gender, power, and the absurdities of war through the clever strategy of women withholding intimacy from their husbands to force a peace treaty. This enduring work highlights the...5419falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tusculan-disputations-marcus-tullius-cicero--73746587https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73746587Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000Herodotus"Tusculan Disputations" by Marcus Tullius Cicero presents a series of philosophical dialogues that explore the nature of happiness, the immortality of the soul, and the pursuit of virtue. This enduring work invites listeners to engage with fundamental...31020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trachiniai-campbell-translation-sophocles--73718102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718102Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:58 +0000Herodotus"Trachiniai," translated by Campbell, is a compelling work by Sophocles that delves into themes of fate, identity, and the consequences of human actions. This timeless tragedy explores the complexities of love and the often-painful intersections...4275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mythology-jane-ellen-harrison--73695460https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695460Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:06 +0000Herodotus"Mythology" by Jane Ellen Harrison delves into the rich tapestry of ancient myths, exploring their origins and significance in shaping human understanding. Harrison's insightful analysis reveals how these timeless stories continue to resonate,...11106falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/treatises-on-friendship-and-old-age-marcus-tullius-cicero--73671036https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671036Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:33:04 +0000Herodotus"Treatises On Friendship And Old Age" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the profound themes of companionship and the reflections on aging, offering timeless wisdom that resonates deeply across generations. Cicero articulates the essence of...11497falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-aeschylus--73646422https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646422Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:08:01 +0000Herodotus"Prometheus Bound," translated by Robert Browning, is a timeless exploration of defiance, suffering, and the quest for knowledge. This ancient Greek tragedy by Aeschylus delves into the myth of Prometheus, who defies the gods by stealing fire to...4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protagoras-plato-platon--73609554https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73609554Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:33:09 +0000Herodotus"Protagoras-Plato" delves into the philosophical dialogues of Plato, centering on the figure of Protagoras, a prominent sophist known for his assertion that "man is the measure of all things." This work explores the nature of knowledge, virtue, and...11732falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-euripides--73291337https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291337Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:20:28 +0000Herodotus"Iphigenia in Aulis," translated by Way, is a powerful exploration of sacrifice, duty, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the web of war. This tragic tale delves into the heart of familial loyalty and the harsh choices that come...6263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herodotus-histories-vol-2-herodotus--71996766https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996766Wed, 13 May 2026 22:18:56 +0000HerodotusThe Histories of Herodotus of Halicarnassus is considered the first work of history in Western literature. 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