https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars--7031752enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b2f45d5a17fab21365fbb1fda1fc5042.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars--7031752Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0000LucanGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgLucan's only surviving work, De Bello Civili, more generally known as the Pharsalia, is an epic poem about the civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. The title given by posterity to the poem refers to the Battle of Pharsalus, which took...false671d1c77-db05-5eb5-b49c-3766a06af640episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/commentaries-on-the-gallic-war-gaius-julius-caesar--74471767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74471767Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:52 +0000Lucan"Commentaries on the Gallic War" by Gaius Julius Caesar offers a firsthand account of the military campaigns led by Caesar during his conquest of Gaul. This work is not only a detailed narrative of battles and strategies but also a reflection on...26188falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lausiac-history-palladius--74425558https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74425558Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:40 +0000LucanLausiac History-Palladius offers a unique glimpse into the early Christian monastic tradition, chronicling the lives and deeds of the desert fathers. This work serves as a testament to the spiritual journeys and ascetic practices that shaped the...16380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/odes-and-carmen-saeculare-quintus-horatius-flaccus--74345640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74345640Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:56 +0000Lucan"Odes and Carmen Saeculare" by Quintus Horatius Flaccus, known as Horace, is a profound collection of lyrical poetry that captures the essence of human experience through themes of love, nature, and the celebration of life. These timeless verses...16086falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-browning-translation-aeschylus--74289895https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74289895Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:40 +0000LucanPrometheus Bound, translated by Robert Browning, is a powerful exploration of defiance and suffering, centering on the Titan Prometheus, who is punished for granting humanity the gift of fire. This timeless tale delves into themes of rebellion against...4158falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-2-the-dialogues-of-the-sea-gods-lucian-of-samosata--74173445https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74173445Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000LucanLucian's Dialogues Volume 2, The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods, presents a captivating exploration of the interactions and philosophies of mythical sea deities as envisioned by the ancient satirist Lucian of Samosata. This collection delves into themes of...3051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-murray-translation-sophocles--74113920https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113920Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:09 +0000Lucan"Oedipus Rex," translated by Murray, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that explores themes of fate, identity, and the quest for truth. The story follows Oedipus, the King of Thebes, as he seeks to uncover the source of a devastating plague...6120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-3-the-dialogues-of-the-dead-lucian-of-samosata--74065709https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74065709Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:26 +0000LucanLucian's Dialogues Volume 3, The Dialogues of the Dead, presents a captivating exploration of the afterlife through the witty and satirical lens of Lucian of Samosata. This collection of dialogues brings together various figures from history and...9810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-interpretation-aristotle--74011365https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74011365Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:36 +0000Lucan"On Interpretation" by Aristotle delves into the nature of language, meaning, and the relationship between words and the concepts they represent. This foundational text explores the principles of interpretation, offering insights into how we...4240falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/magna-moralia-aristotle--73955268https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73955268Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:44 +0000Lucan"Magna Moralia" by Aristotle delves into the nature of ethics and morality, exploring the foundations of virtuous living and the principles that guide human behavior. This work invites listeners to reflect on the essence of moral philosophy and the...12779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-shortness-of-life-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73896372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73896372Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:15 +0000Lucan"On the Shortness of Life" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a profound exploration of the fleeting nature of time and the importance of living a meaningful life. Seneca argues that life is not inherently short, but rather that individuals often squander...5875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-euripides--73783575https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73783575Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000Lucan"Alcestis" by Euripides is a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, and the inevitability of death. The play centers on Alcestis, who willingly offers her life to save her husband, highlighting the depths of human devotion and the tragic...4611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dialogue-concerning-oratory-or-the-causes-of-corrupt-eloquence-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73747658https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73747658Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:36 +0000Lucan"Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus explores the intricacies of oratory and the factors that contribute to its decline. Tacitus delves into the art of rhetoric, examining how eloquence can be...10872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/symposium-plato-platon--73718808https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718808Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:06 +0000Lucan"Symposium" by Plato is a profound exploration of love and beauty through a series of dialogues among notable figures of ancient Athens. This philosophical work delves into the nature of desire, the pursuit of truth, and the complexities of human...8108falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medea-way-translation-euripides--73696097https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696097Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:10 +0000LucanMedea, a powerful tragedy by Euripides, delves into the intense emotional landscape of betrayal, revenge, and the struggle for agency. This timeless tale captures the profound depths of human passion and the consequences of choices made in the heat of...5207falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tusculan-disputations-marcus-tullius-cicero--73671801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671801Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:59:54 +0000Lucan"Tusculan Disputations" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into profound philosophical discussions, exploring key themes such as the nature of happiness, the role of the soul, and the significance of virtue in human life. This work stands as a testament...31020falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/germania-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73647138https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73647138Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:32:21 +0000LucanGermania by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a profound exploration of the Germanic tribes and their customs as observed by the Roman historian. This work delves into the stark contrasts between the Roman Empire and the tribes beyond its borders,...4195falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trachiniai-campbell-translation-sophocles--73611050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73611050Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:04:51 +0000Lucan"Trachiniai," translated by Campbell, is a powerful work by Sophocles that delves into themes of fate, identity, and the human condition. The story explores the struggles of its characters as they confront their destinies, revealing timeless questions...4275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/georgics-a-poem-of-the-land-virgil--73291806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291806Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:44:51 +0000Lucan"Georgics: A Poem of the Land" by Virgil is a timeless exploration of agriculture and the relationship between humanity and the earth. This poem celebrates the beauty and challenges of rural life, offering insights into farming practices and the...10984falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--71996882https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996882Wed, 13 May 2026 22:26:13 +0000LucanLucan's only surviving work, De Bello Civili, more generally known as the Pharsalia, is an epic poem about the civil war between Julius Caesar and Pompey the Great. The title given by posterity to the poem refers to the Battle of Pharsalus, which took...33803antiquity,civil,classics,dramatic,episodes,latin,lucan,pharsalia,pharsalus,warsfalsefull