https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heroides--7031836enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/d29454292bfd064d6d356bd7709cc2ba.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/heroides--7031836Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:13 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgThe Heroides, also known as the Heroines, the Letters of the Heroines or simply as Epistles are a very famous collection of poems by Ovid, not only for their interesting subject - letters by famous mythological characters addressed to their beloved...false168e1d10-df24-5935-8298-fcbb2d019ec4episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lausiac-history-palladius--74470124https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74470124Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:50 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoLausiac History-Palladius offers a glimpse into the lives of early Christian ascetics, chronicling their spiritual journeys and the challenges they faced in pursuit of faith. This work serves as a testament to the strength of devotion and the...16380falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libation-bearers-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74424780https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74424780Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Libation-Bearers," part of Aeschylus's renowned Oresteia trilogy, delves into themes of revenge, justice, and the haunting legacy of familial duty. This powerful work explores the aftermath of King Agamemnon's murder and the desperate quest for...4202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-christian-doctrine-saint-augustine-of-hippo--74344390https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74344390Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:53 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"On Christian Doctrine" by Saint Augustine of Hippo delves into the principles of interpreting Scripture and the role of Christian teaching in the life of believers. Augustine emphasizes the importance of understanding and conveying the message of the...25935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ovid-and-his-influence-edward-kennard-rand--74288444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74288444Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:35 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Ovid And His Influence" by Edward Kennard Rand delves into the profound impact of the Roman poet Ovid on literature and culture throughout the ages. This insightful work explores how Ovid's themes of love, transformation, and human emotion have...15358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/constitution-of-athens-aristotle--74172162https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74172162Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:24 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoThe "Constitution of Athens" by Aristotle offers a detailed examination of the political structure and governance of ancient Athens, highlighting its democratic principles and practices. This work serves as a vital historical document that sheds light...9960falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trips-to-the-moon-lucian-of-samosata--74113050https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74113050Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:56 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Trips to the Moon" by Lucian of Samosata invites listeners on an imaginative journey that explores themes of adventure, curiosity, and the human desire to transcend earthly limits. This satirical work takes readers beyond the confines of the known...12445falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-and-opinions-of-eminent-philosophers-book-vi-diogenes-laertius--74064413https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74064413Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers, Book VI" by Diogenes Laertius offers a compelling exploration of the thoughts and lives of notable philosophers, providing insights into their philosophies and the historical context in which they thrived....7175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ruin-of-britain-gildas--74010222https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74010222Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:14 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"On the Ruin of Britain-Gildas" offers a poignant reflection on the decline of Britain during a tumultuous period, capturing the essence of a society grappling with its fate. Gildas, a sixth-century cleric, provides a critical examination of moral...3429falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agricola-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73954239https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73954239Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoAgricola by Publius Cornelius Tacitus is a powerful account of the life and achievements of Gnaeus Julius Agricola, a Roman general who played a crucial role in the conquest of Britain. Tacitus, Agricola's son-in-law, provides a vivid portrayal of his...5357falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-storr-translation-sophocles--73895303https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73895303Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:09 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Electra," a powerful tragedy by Sophocles, delves into themes of revenge, justice, and familial loyalty as it explores the anguish of a daughter seeking retribution for her father's murder. This timeless tale captures the intense emotional struggles...5338falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ajax-campbell-translation-sophocles--73821091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73821091Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:24 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoAjax, a powerful warrior in Sophocles' tragedy, grapples with themes of honor, pride, and the devastating effects of madness. As he faces the consequences of his actions in a world where valor and reputation are paramount, the story delves into the...4849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spirits-in-bondage-c-s-lewis--73782521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73782521Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:19 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Spirits in Bondage" by C. S. Lewis delves into the complexities of the human experience, exploring themes of struggle, faith, and the search for meaning. This collection of poems reflects Lewis's profound insights into the nature of existence and the...4677falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/frogs-aristophanes--73746594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73746594Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:35 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoFrogs by Aristophanes is a classic comedic play that delves into the themes of art, creativity, and the value of great literature, all through the lens of a fantastical journey to the underworld. This enduring work captures the essence of the struggle...6122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/polity-of-the-athenians-and-the-lacedaemonians-spartans-xenophon--73718106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73718106Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:57 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Polity of the Athenians and the Lacedaemonians" by Xenophon offers a profound exploration of the political systems and societal structures of two of ancient Greece's most influential city-states: Athens and Sparta. This work delves into the...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menexenus-text-517--73695465https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73695465Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:06 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Menexenus (Text 517)" delves into themes of memory, rhetoric, and the complexities of human relationships through a dialogue that captures the essence of philosophical inquiry. This work, attributed to Plato, explores the nature of remembrance and...2487falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastoral-loves-of-daphnis-and-chloe-longus--73671041https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73671041Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:33:11 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"The Pastoral Loves of Daphnis and Chloe" by Longus is a timeless tale of innocence and romance set in a serene pastoral landscape. This enchanting narrative explores the tender love between two young shepherds, Daphnis and Chloe, as they navigate the...11326falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pharsalia-dramatic-episodes-of-the-civil-wars-lucan--73646428https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73646428Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:08:18 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars-Lucan" captures the intense and tumultuous moments of the Roman Civil Wars, showcasing the profound conflicts and struggles of its time. Lucan's vivid portrayal of the clash between Caesar and Pompey...33803falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-and-girls-pliny-vol-2-pliny-the-elder-john-s-white--73609559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73609559Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:33:16 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoBoys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 2 features the timeless wisdom of Pliny the Elder, as interpreted by John S. White. This volume delves into the rich tapestry of knowledge and observations from the ancient world, showcasing Pliny's insights into nature,...9319falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heroides-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--73291338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73291338Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:20:37 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso"Heroides" by Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso is a poignant exploration of love, longing, and the voices of women from mythology, presented through a series of letters written by heroines to their absent lovers. This collection not only highlights the...18889falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heroides-publius-ovid-ovidius-naso--71997107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71997107Wed, 13 May 2026 22:45:26 +0000Publius (Ovid) Ovidius NasoThe Heroides, also known as the Heroines, the Letters of the Heroines or simply as Epistles are a very famous collection of poems by Ovid, not only for their interesting subject - letters by famous mythological characters addressed to their beloved...18889amatoria,antiquity,classics,greek,heroides,heroines,latin,letters,naso,ovidfalsefull