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This audiobook invites listeners to reflect on timeless themes such as the nature of...3633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/de-anima-aristotle--74426178https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74426178Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:40 +0000Lucian of Samosata"De Anima-Aristotle" delves into the essence of the soul and its relationship to the body, exploring fundamental questions about life, consciousness, and existence. Aristotle's insights into the nature of living beings and the principles governing...12838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--74360731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74360731Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:05 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Agamemnon," translated by Browning from Aeschylus, presents a powerful exploration of themes such as justice, revenge, and the consequences of war. This ancient Greek tragedy delves into the tragic fate of Agamemnon, the king returning home from the...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/myths-and-legends-around-the-world-collection-18-various--74290592https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74290592Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Myths and Legends Around the World" by Collection 18-Various invites listeners on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of global storytelling. This collection showcases a diverse array of myths and legends that have shaped cultures and...8129falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ruin-of-britain-gildas--74174725https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74174725Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:26 +0000Lucian of Samosata"On the Ruin of Britain-Gildas" is a profound reflection on the state of Britain during a time of upheaval and decline. Gildas, an early Christian historian, offers a poignant critique of the moral and social decay affecting his society, making this...3429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/of-peace-of-mind-lucius-annaeus-seneca--74114481https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74114481Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:13 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Of Peace of Mind" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca delves into the timeless quest for tranquility and mental clarity amidst life's chaos. This profound work explores the philosophical underpinnings of achieving a serene state of mind, emphasizing the...4962falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/androcles-and-the-lion-george-bernard-shaw--74066477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74066477Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:30 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Androcles and the Lion" by George Bernard Shaw is a timeless tale that explores themes of compassion, courage, and the bond between humans and animals. Set against the backdrop of ancient Rome, it highlights the transformative power of kindness as...5944falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adelphi-or-the-brothers-terence--74012284https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74012284Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:44 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Adelphi or, The Brothers-Terence" delves into the intricate dynamics of brotherhood and familial ties, exploring the complexities of relationships that shape our identities. This timeless tale resonates with listeners today as it reflects universal...6466falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-4-zeus-the-tragedian-lucian-of-samosata--73956101https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73956101Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:56 +0000Lucian of SamosataLucian's Dialogues Volume 4, "Zeus the Tragedian," invites listeners into a captivating exploration of the themes of power, divinity, and the human condition through the lens of ancient satire. Lucian of Samosata employs wit and humor to critique the...4704falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stratagems-and-the-aqueducts-of-rome-sextus-julius-frontinus--73897159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73897159Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:16 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Stratagems and The Aqueducts of Rome" by Sextus Julius Frontinus offers a fascinating glimpse into the military tactics and engineering prowess of ancient Rome. Frontinus, a Roman general and water commissioner, meticulously documents the clever...25515falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/euthydemus-plato-platon--73784379https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73784379Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:31 +0000Lucian of SamosataEuthydemus by Plato is a profound exploration of sophistry, virtue, and the nature of knowledge, encapsulating a dialogue that challenges the very foundations of wisdom and education. 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This foundational text examines the principles of effective communication, emphasizing the importance of ethos, pathos, and logos in...30893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suppliant-maidens-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73696814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696814Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:12 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Suppliant Maidens," translated by Morshead, presents a poignant exploration of themes such as justice, mercy, and the struggle for survival in the face of oppression. This ancient Greek tragedy by Aeschylus delves into the plight of a group of women...4004falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-murray-translation-euripides--73672648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73672648Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:20:34 +0000Lucian of SamosataEuripides' "Electra," translated by Murray, delves into the intense emotional landscape of revenge, justice, and familial loyalty. The story centers on Electra, who grapples with her profound grief and desire for retribution following the murder of...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lysis--73647686https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73647686Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:49:41 +0000Lucian of SamosataLysis invites listeners into a profound exploration of themes that resonate deeply across time, touching on the complexities of human relationships and the essence of understanding. This thought-provoking work delves into the intricacies of...3355falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/metamorphosis-or-the-golden-ass-lucius-apuleius--73612129https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73612129Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:29:31 +0000Lucian of Samosata"Metamorphosis or The Golden Ass" by Lucius Apuleius is a fascinating exploration of transformation and the human experience, weaving together themes of identity, desire, and the search for enlightenment. This enduring tale invites listeners to...35721falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-2-the-dialogues-of-the-sea-gods-lucian-of-samosata--73292127https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73292127Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:05:47 +0000Lucian of SamosataLucian's Dialogues Volume 2, The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods, offers a captivating exploration of philosophical discussions among deities of the ocean. Through witty exchanges and thought-provoking dialogues, Lucian delves into themes of power,...3051falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trips-to-the-moon-lucian-of-samosata--71996899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71996899Wed, 13 May 2026 22:26:38 +0000Lucian of SamosataThe endeavour of small Greek historians to add interest to their work by magnifying the exploits of their countrymen, and piling wonder upon wonder, Lucian first condemned in his Instructions for Writing History, and then caricatured in his True...12445antiquity,bergerac,classics,greek,latin,moon,samosata,trip,trips,wonderfalsefull