https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trachiniai-campbell-translation--7035318enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/1c2427d5e543d3b9931434afad173e5e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trachiniai-campbell-translation--7035318Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:56:58 +0000SophoclesComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgWomen of Trachis (Ancient Greek: Τραχίνιαι, Trachiniai; also translated as The Trachiniae or The Trachinian Maidens) is an Athenian tragedy by Sophocles. The story begins with Deianeira, the wife of Heracles, relating the story of her early life and...false77a66da0-c62b-5075-950e-06e49a9d8d28episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-ends-of-good-and-evil-marcus-tullius-cicero--74476653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74476653Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:14 +0000Sophocles"On the Ends of Good and Evil" by Marcus Tullius Cicero delves into the philosophical exploration of morality, examining the nature of good and evil and their implications for human behavior. This timeless work encourages listeners to reflect on...29203falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nami-ko-kenjiro-tokutomi--74428401https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74428401Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:34 +0000SophoclesNami-ko-Kenjiro Tokutomi is a compelling exploration of human emotions and relationships, masterfully weaving together themes of love, loss, and the complexity of personal connections. This enduring narrative resonates with listeners today as it...26621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ante-nicene-christian-library-translations-of-the-writings-of-the-fathers-down-to-a-d-325-alexander-roberts--74364196https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74364196Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:29 +0000SophoclesThe "Ante-Nicene Christian Library Translations of the Writings of the Fathers Down to A.D. 325" by Alexander Roberts offers a comprehensive collection of early Christian writings, providing invaluable insights into the theological and philosophical...33185falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-murray-translation-sophocles--74293367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74293367Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:47 +0000Sophocles"Oedipus Rex," translated by E.H. Murray, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into the themes of fate, identity, and the quest for truth. The story follows Oedipus, the King of Thebes, as he seeks to uncover the truth behind a plague...6120falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchides-or-the-twin-sisters-titus-maccius-plautus--74178404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74178404Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000Sophocles"Bacchides or, The Twin Sisters" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a comedic exploration of mistaken identities and the complexities of love and relationships. This enduring work highlights the humorous yet often chaotic consequences of deception, as two...7712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-sophocles--74117087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74117087Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000Sophocles"Electra-Sophocles" delves into the profound themes of vengeance, familial loyalty, and the quest for justice, encapsulated in the tragic story of Electra as she grapples with her fate. This timeless tale explores the depths of human emotion and the...5082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satyrs-of-decimus-junius-juvenalis-decimus-iunius-iuvenalis--74069745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74069745Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:35 +0000Sophocles"Satyrs of Decimus Junius Juvenalis-Decimus Iunius Iuvenalis" invites listeners into the sharp and satirical world of Roman poet Juvenal, whose keen observations on society expose the follies and vices of his contemporaries. This work is a timeless...20947falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-pastoral-loves-of-daphnis-and-chloe-longus--74015361https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74015361Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:45 +0000Sophocles"The Pastoral Loves of Daphnis and Chloe" by Longus is a timeless tale that explores the innocent and tender love between two shepherds in a picturesque landscape. This enchanting narrative captures the essence of youthful passion and the beauty of...11326falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-dramatic-reading-euripides--73959137https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73959137Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:07 +0000Sophocles"Iphigenia in Tauris" by Euripides is a powerful dramatic reading that delves into themes of sacrifice, identity, and the quest for redemption. The story follows Iphigenia, who finds herself in a foreign land, grappling with her past and the demands...5424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/politics-aristotle--73900450https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73900450Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:29 +0000Sophocles"Politics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational concepts of political theory as articulated by Aristotle, exploring the nature of governance, the role of citizens, and the pursuit of the common good. This work remains profoundly relevant today, as...33302falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acharnians-billson-translation-aristophanes--73787480https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73787480Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:38 +0000SophoclesAcharnians, translated by Billson, is a classic comedic play by Aristophanes that explores themes of war, peace, and the human condition through sharp wit and satire. Set against the backdrop of the Peloponnesian War, the story follows a protagonist...5752falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-euripides--73751343https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73751343Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:57 +0000Sophocles"Iphigenia in Aulis," translated by Way, is a poignant exploration of sacrifice, duty, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in the shadow of war. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, this classic play delves into the heart-wrenching...6263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-murray-translation-euripides--73721753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73721753Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:30 +0000Sophocles"Electra," a powerful tragedy by Euripides, delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. This poignant tale captures the emotional turmoil of Electra as she grapples with her circumstances and seeks retribution...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satyricon-gaius-petronius-arbiter--73698545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73698545Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:21 +0000Sophocles"Satyricon," attributed to Gaius Petronius Arbiter, is a seminal work of Roman literature that explores the decadence and excess of ancient Roman society through a series of vivid, often surreal episodes. This satirical narrative delves into themes of...28571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/furies-morshead-translation-aeschylus--73674756https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73674756Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:27:48 +0000SophoclesFuries (Morshead Translation) by Aeschylus delves into the themes of vengeance, justice, and the complex nature of the human psyche. This powerful work explores the relentless pursuit of retribution by the Furies, ancient deities embodying vengeance,...4011falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-shortness-of-life-lucius-annaeus-seneca--73649642https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73649642Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:58:32 +0000Sophocles"On the Shortness of Life" by Lucius Annaeus Seneca is a profound exploration of the human experience, emphasizing the fleeting nature of time and the importance of living a meaningful life. Seneca argues that life is not inherently short, but rather...5875falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/meno-plato-platon--73615668https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73615668Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:58:15 +0000SophoclesMeno by Plato delves into the nature of virtue and knowledge through a Socratic dialogue that challenges the listener to consider the essence of learning and the process of inquiry. This timeless work invites us to explore profound questions about...8682falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-murray-translation-sophocles--73294220https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73294220Fri, 31 Jul 2026 21:28:44 +0000SophoclesOedipus Rex, translated by E.H. Murray, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that delves into 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/trachiniai-campbell-translation-sophocles--72020696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72020696Fri, 15 May 2026 14:21:36 +0000SophoclesWomen of Trachis (Ancient Greek: Τραχίνιαι, Trachiniai; also translated as The Trachiniae or The Trachinian Maidens) is an Athenian tragedy by Sophocles. The story begins with Deianeira, the wife of Heracles, relating the story of her early life and...4276campbell,classics,deianeira,greek,heracles,hyllus,sophocles,trachiniai,trachis,translationfalsefull