https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/annals-vol-1--7031841enBooksCopyright Greek and Latin Classics Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/42a682f5900d865f76a4a297f8efbcd3.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/annals-vol-1--7031841Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:25:00 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusGreek and Latin Classics Genrespreaker45@podcastlibrary.orgThe Annals was Tacitus' final work, covering the period from the death of Augustus Caesar in the year 14. He wrote at least 16 books, but books 7-10 and parts of books 5, 6, 11 and 16 are missing. Book 6 ends with the death of Tiberius and books 7-12...false5508c483-abae-5e41-b27c-889c8e73bc2aepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anabasis-xenophon--74469061https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74469061Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:06:48 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Anabasis-Xenophon" is a classic work that chronicles the journey of Greek mercenaries as they navigate the challenges of returning home after a failed campaign. This enduring tale of resilience and leadership captures the struggles of individuals...32712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parallel-lives-of-the-noble-greeks-and-romans-vol-5-lucius-mestrius-plutarchus--74424023https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74424023Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol 5-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus" delves into the lives of influential figures from ancient Greece and Rome, showcasing their virtues and vices through a series of biographical sketches. Plutarch’s work...28500falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion-epictetus--74343144https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74343144Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:05:42 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Selection from the Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion-Epictetus" presents timeless teachings from the Stoic philosopher Epictetus, focusing on the principles of personal ethics and the art of living virtuously. This selection delves into...26908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satires-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis--74287431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74287431Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:16 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Satires-Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis" is a compelling exploration of human vice and folly through the lens of ancient Roman society. This collection of satirical poems critiques the moral decay, social injustices, and excesses of its time, offering a...19094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/de-anima-aristotle--74170835https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74170835Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:25 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"De Anima" by Aristotle delves into the nature of the soul and its relationship to the body, exploring fundamental questions about existence, consciousness, and the essence of life itself. This profound work invites listeners to reflect on the...12838falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ante-nicene-christian-library-translations-of-the-writings-of-the-fathers-down-to-a-d-325-alexander-roberts--74112168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74112168Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:06:55 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Ante-Nicene Christian Library Translations of the Writings of the Fathers Down to A.D. 325" by Alexander Roberts offers a profound exploration of early Christian thought and theology through the translations of the writings of the Church Fathers....33185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trojan-women-coleridge-translation-euripides--74063412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74063412Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:17 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusEuripides' "Trojan Women," translated by Coleridge, is a poignant exploration of the aftermath of war, focusing on the suffering of the women of Troy as they grapple with loss, despair, and the harsh realities of their fates. This timeless tragedy...4834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lives-and-opinions-of-eminent-philosophers-book-vi-diogenes-laertius--74008984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74008984Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:03 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Lives and Opinions of Eminent Philosophers, Book VI" by Diogenes Laertius offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and thoughts of influential philosophers from antiquity. This work serves as a valuable resource for those seeking to understand the...7175falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/herodotus-histories-vol-2-herodotus--73953188https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73953188Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:35 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusHerodotus' "Histories Vol 2" continues the exploration of the ancient world, delving into the intricacies of cultures, conflicts, and the human experience that shaped history. This volume offers listeners a chance to engage with the timeless themes of...25052falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sophistical-elenchi-aristotle--73894134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73894134Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:05 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Sophistical Elenchi" by Aristotle delves into the intricacies of argumentation and the nature of sophistry, exploring how deceptive reasoning can obscure truth. This work is essential for anyone interested in the foundations of logic and rhetoric, as...10464falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medea-way-translation-euripides--73819602https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73819602Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:04:19 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusMedea, a powerful tragedy by Euripides, explores the depths of passion, betrayal, and revenge through the harrowing tale of a woman wronged. The narrative delves into themes of love and vengeance, as Medea grapples with her intense emotions after...5207falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satires-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis--73781167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73781167Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:25 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Satires-Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis" presents a sharp and incisive commentary on the social and moral issues of ancient Rome through the lens of satire. This collection of satirical poems critiques the vices and follies of society, exposing the...19094falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/theaetetus-plato-platon--73745645https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73745645Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Theaetetus" by Plato delves into profound philosophical inquiries surrounding the nature of knowledge and perception. This dialogue presents a rich exploration of how we understand the world, challenging listeners to reflect on the essence of truth...12710falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moral-letters-vol-i-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73717497https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73717497Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:02 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusMoral Letters, Vol. I by Lucius Annaeus Seneca presents a collection of philosophical writings that explore ethical questions and the nature of the human experience. Through a series of letters, Seneca delves into themes of virtue, wisdom, and the...34769falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/furies-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73694870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73694870Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:13 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusFuries (Morshead Translation) by Aeschylus delves into the themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of human emotion as it portrays the relentless pursuit of retribution by the Furies. This powerful work captures the essence of ancient Greek...4011falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lesser-hippias-plato-platon--73670133https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73670133Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:10:05 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusLesser Hippias by Plato is a thought-provoking dialogue that explores the nature of beauty and the concept of knowledge through the lens of Socratic questioning. This work delves into the philosophical underpinnings of what it means to be wise and how...4104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--73645781https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73645781Sat, 08 Aug 2026 01:44:25 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Agamemnon," a powerful tragedy by Aeschylus, delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of human nature. This Browning translation captures the intense emotional landscape of the titular character's return home after the Trojan...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hippolytus-euripides--73608034https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73608034Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:01:54 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusHippolytus by Euripides delves into themes of desire, honor, and the tragic consequences of human emotions. This timeless Greek tragedy explores the complex interplay between love and rejection, showcasing how passion can lead to devastating outcomes....5935falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/catiline-conspiracy-and-the-jugurthine-war-gaius-sallust-sallustius-crispus--73290880https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73290880Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:54:12 +0000Publius Cornelius Tacitus"Catiline Conspiracy and the Jugurthine War" by Gaius (Sallust) Sallustius Crispus delves into two pivotal events in Roman history that highlight themes of political intrigue and the struggle for power. Sallust's vivid recounting of the Catiline...24223falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-1-publius-cornelius-tacitus--71997115https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71997115Wed, 13 May 2026 22:46:14 +0000Publius Cornelius TacitusThe Annals was Tacitus' final work, covering the period from the death of Augustus Caesar in the year 14. He wrote at least 16 books, but books 7-10 and parts of books 5, 6, 11 and 16 are missing. Book 6 ends with the death of Tiberius and books 7-12...23020annals,antiquity,augustus,caesar,classics,greek,histories,latin,planned,tacitusfalsefull