https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/anabasis--7035347enBooksCopyright Comedy Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8ca87f72018bf884df994b0a70a8aec2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/anabasis--7035347Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:14:36 +0000XenophonComedy Genrespreaker46@podcastlibrary.orgXenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in...false82f26d6b-77da-54e1-ad84-6cebb7f635c6episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oedipus-rex-storr-translation-sophocles--74945834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74945834Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:14:36 +0000Xenophon"Oedipus Rex," translated by Storr, is a timeless tragedy by Sophocles that explores the themes of fate, free will, and the search for truth. The story follows Oedipus, the King of Thebes, as he seeks to uncover the cause of a devastating plague...5088falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-3-the-dialogues-of-the-dead-lucian-of-samosata--74473245https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74473245Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:10 +0000XenophonLucian's Dialogues Volume 3, The Dialogues of the Dead, presents a fascinating exploration of the afterlife through the lens of Lucian of Samosata's wit and satire. This collection invites listeners to engage with profound philosophical questions...9810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agricola-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74426431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74426431Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:29 +0000XenophonAgricola by Publius Cornelius Tacitus is a compelling account of the life and achievements of Gnaeus Julius Agricola, the Roman general and governor of Britain. This work not only highlights Agricola's military exploits but also reflects on the...5357falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gorgias-benjamin-jowett-plato-platon--74361140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74361140Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:22 +0000XenophonGorgias, translated by Benjamin Jowett, is a profound dialogue by Plato that delves into the nature of rhetoric, ethics, and the pursuit of truth. Through a series of discussions, the text examines the power of persuasive speech and its implications...25599falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/constitution-of-athens-aristotle--74290856https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74290856Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:18 +0000XenophonThe "Constitution of Athens" by Aristotle provides a detailed examination of the political structure and governance of Athens during his time. This work is a critical analysis that explores the principles of democracy, citizenship, and the rule of...9960falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucian-s-dialogues-volume-1-the-dialogues-of-the-gods-lucian-of-samosata--74175106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74175106Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:07:27 +0000XenophonLucian's Dialogues Volume 1, The Dialogues of the Gods, presents a captivating exploration of divine themes through sharp wit and engaging discourse. This collection invites listeners into a world where gods converse, revealing their personalities and...9564falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/economics-aristotle--74114734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74114734Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:02 +0000Xenophon"Economics-Aristotle" delves into the foundational principles of economics as articulated by Aristotle, exploring the timeless concepts of wealth, value, and the role of human behavior in economic systems. This work is essential for understanding how...3633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchides-or-the-twin-sisters-titus-maccius-plautus--74066822https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74066822Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:07:42 +0000Xenophon"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 tale showcases the cleverness and wit of Plautus as he navigates themes of...7712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suppliant-maidens-morshead-translation-aeschylus--74012631https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74012631Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:07:30 +0000Xenophon"Suppliant Maidens," translated by Morshead, is a poignant exploration of the themes of supplication, justice, and the quest for refuge. This ancient Greek play by Aeschylus presents a powerful narrative where a group of women seeks sanctuary from...4004falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/electra-murray-translation-euripides--73956437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73956437Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:06:48 +0000XenophonEuripides' "Electra," translated by Murray, delves into themes of vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. The story centers around Electra's profound anguish following the murder of her father, Agamemnon, and her relentless quest...6112falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchae-euripides--73897499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73897499Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:18 +0000Xenophon"Bacchae" by Euripides is a powerful exploration of the duality of human nature, the tension between civilization and primal instincts, and the consequences of denying one's true self. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of faith, identity, and...5720falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/selection-from-the-discourses-of-epictetus-with-the-encheiridion-epictetus--73784695https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73784695Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:32 +0000Xenophon"Selection from the Discourses of Epictetus with the Encheiridion-Epictetus" presents profound insights into Stoic philosophy, emphasizing the importance of personal responsibility and the pursuit of virtue. This collection distills Epictetus's...26908falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dialogue-concerning-oratory-or-the-causes-of-corrupt-eloquence-publius-cornelius-tacitus--73748683https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73748683Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:04:51 +0000Xenophon"Dialogue Concerning Oratory, or the Causes of Corrupt Eloquence" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the nature of rhetoric and the decline of eloquence in public discourse. Tacitus examines the reasons behind the corruption of oratory,...10872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heautontimorumenos-the-self-tormentor-terence--73719623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73719623Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:04:59 +0000Xenophon"Heautontimorumenos; the Self-Tormentor-Terence" explores the complex interplay of self-inflicted suffering and the quest for redemption. This timeless work delves into the human psyche, revealing how our own actions can lead to internal conflict and...6893falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/agamemnon-browning-translation-aeschylus--73696985https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73696985Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:07 +0000Xenophon"Agamemnon," translated by Robert Browning, brings to life the powerful themes of fate, justice, and the consequences of war as it unfolds the tragic return of Agamemnon from the Trojan War. This classic work of Aeschylus explores the dark...6292falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protagoras-plato-platon--73672877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73672877Sat, 08 Aug 2026 16:27:50 +0000Xenophon"Protagoras-Plato" delves into the profound philosophical dialogues between Socrates and Protagoras, exploring the nature of virtue, knowledge, and the role of the individual in society. This timeless work invites listeners to reflect on the...11732falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trinummus-the-three-pieces-of-money-titus-maccius-plautus--73647891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73647891Sat, 08 Aug 2026 02:57:29 +0000XenophonTrinummus, or The Three Pieces of Money, by Titus Maccius Plautus, explores themes of wealth, morality, and the complexities of human relationships through the lens of ancient Roman society. This comedic play delves into the consequences of greed and...7381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-hundred-aesop-s-fables-aesop--73612560https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73612560Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:39:06 +0000Xenophon"Three Hundred Aesop's Fables" is a timeless collection of moral tales attributed to Aesop, a storyteller from ancient Greece. Each fable imparts valuable lessons about human nature, ethics, and the consequences of our actions, making them as relevant...21265falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/memorable-thoughts-of-socrates-xenophon--73292348https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73292348Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:14:10 +0000Xenophon"Memorable Thoughts of Socrates" by Xenophon provides a compelling exploration of the philosophical insights and teachings of Socrates, as captured through the lens of one of his devoted followers. This work delves into the essence of Socratic...22541falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anabasis-xenophon--72020912https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72020912Fri, 15 May 2026 14:34:46 +0000XenophonXenophon the Athenian was born 431 B.C. He was a pupil of Socrates. He marched with the Spartans, and was exiled from Athens. Sparta gave him land and property in Scillus, where he lived for many years before having to move once more, to settle in...32712anabasis,antiquity,artaxerxes,classics,greek,latin,march,scillus,spartans,xenophonfalsefull