https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/iphigenia-in-tauris-murray-translation--7044530enBooksCopyright Drama Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b3d45fb3a4259f8e01d71c6440305603.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/iphigenia-in-tauris-murray-translation--7044530Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:59:41 +0000EuripidesDrama Genrespreaker49@podcastlibrary.orgThe apparent sacrifice of Iphigenia at Aulis by her own father Agamemnon was forestalled by the godness Artemis, who by an adroit sleight of hand that fooled all participants, substituted a deer for the daughter. Wafted magically away to the...false248ef647-6fa6-5afa-813b-30d4b1a16343episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/persians-version-2-aeschylus--74489366https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74489366Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:29 +0000Euripides"Persians (version 2)" by Aeschylus is a powerful exploration of the aftermath of war, reflecting on the themes of loss, pride, and the consequences of hubris. Written in the wake of the Persian Wars, this ancient tragedy delves into the emotional...4061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-aulis-way-translation-euripides--74436397https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74436397Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:07:11 +0000Euripides"Iphigenia in Aulis," translated by Way, is a profound exploration of duty, sacrifice, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in times of war. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, the play delves into the heart-wrenching decision of...6263falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/satyricon-gaius-petronius-arbiter--74376509https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74376509Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:37 +0000EuripidesSatyricon, attributed to Gaius Petronius Arbiter, is a fascinating exploration of life in ancient Rome, filled with vivid characters and satirical commentary on society. This enduring work captures the excesses and moral ambiguities of its time,...28571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adelphi-or-the-brothers-terence--74301159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74301159Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:08:05 +0000Euripides"Adelphi or, The Brothers-Terence" is a timeless exploration of familial relationships and the complexities of brotherhood. Through its engaging narrative, the play delves into themes of loyalty, rivalry, and the bonds that tie siblings together,...6466falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phaedrus-plato-platon--74191168https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74191168Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:08 +0000Euripides"Phaedrus" by Plato delves into the nature of love, beauty, and the human soul through a dialogue that explores the philosophical underpinnings of rhetoric and the pursuit of truth. This work is a timeless examination of how love can inspire...12816falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchanals-euripides--74124666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74124666Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000EuripidesBacchanals-Euripides invites listeners into the rich and complex world of ancient Greek drama, showcasing themes of power, divinity, and the human condition. This collection captures the essence of Euripides' exploration of the tumultuous relationship...5588falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/annals-vol-2-publius-cornelius-tacitus--74080012https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74080012Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:14 +0000Euripides"Annals Vol 2" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus delves into the intricate political landscape of ancient Rome, exploring themes of power, corruption, and the complexities of governance. Tacitus provides a detailed account of the Roman Empire during a time...13798falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bacchides-or-the-twin-sisters-titus-maccius-plautus--74024522https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74024522Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:17 +0000Euripides"Bacchides or, The Twin Sisters" by Titus Maccius Plautus is a comedic exploration of mistaken identities and the complexities of love and relationships. The play showcases the humorous entanglements that arise when two sets of twins become involved...7712falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timaeus-plato-platon--73969267https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73969267Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:37 +0000Euripides"Timaeus" by Plato is a foundational text in Western philosophy, exploring the nature of the physical world and the cosmos through the dialogue of Timaeus, Socrates, and Critias. This work delves into themes of creation, the role of the divine...28266falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lesser-hippias-plato-platon--73911838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73911838Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:09:28 +0000EuripidesLesser Hippias by Plato delves into the nature of knowledge and virtue through a dialogue that challenges the concept of expertise and the value of truth. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to reflect on the essence of wisdom and the...4104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trachiniai-campbell-translation-sophocles--73797643https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73797643Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000Euripides"Trachiniai," translated by Campbell, is a compelling work by Sophocles that delves into themes of fate, identity, and the complexities of human emotion. This timeless tragedy explores the struggles of its characters as they confront the consequences...4275falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prometheus-bound-thoreau-translation-aeschylus--73760723https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73760723Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:22 +0000Euripides"Prometheus Bound," translated by Thoreau, presents the timeless tale of Prometheus, the Titan who defied the gods by bringing fire and knowledge to humanity, only to face severe punishment. This powerful drama explores themes of defiance, suffering,...3548falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/menexenus-text-517--73728869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73728869Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:38 +0000Euripides"Menexenus (Text 517)" offers a profound exploration of themes surrounding memory, rhetoric, and the nature of civic duty. This text, attributed to Plato, presents a funeral oration that reflects on the values of Athenian society and the importance of...2487falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/orestes-euripides--73704689https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73704689Sun, 09 Aug 2026 10:23:20 +0000Euripides"Orestes-Euripides" presents a compelling exploration of themes such as vengeance, justice, and the complexities of familial loyalty. This enduring work delves into the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by its characters, reflecting the timeless...6590falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clouds-aristophanes--73681307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73681307Sat, 08 Aug 2026 21:10:35 +0000Euripides"Clouds" by Aristophanes is a sharp and witty satirical comedy that critiques the philosophical ideas of its time, particularly those of Socrates and the Sophists. This enduring work explores themes of education, morality, and the conflict between...5917falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ovid-and-his-influence-edward-kennard-rand--73655840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73655840Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:33:56 +0000Euripides"Ovid And His Influence" by Edward Kennard Rand delves into the profound impact of Ovid's works on literature and culture throughout history. This exploration highlights Ovid's themes of transformation, love, and the complexities of human emotion,...15358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/deirdre-james-stephens--73628046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73628046Fri, 07 Aug 2026 17:33:00 +0000EuripidesDeirdre-James Stephens offers a compelling exploration of timeless themes through the lens of human experience. This work delves into the complexities of identity, belonging, and the struggle between personal desires and societal expectations, making...18654falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alcestis-way-translation-euripides--73300163https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73300163Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:42:36 +0000Euripides"Alcestis (Way Translation)" by Euripides explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships. The story centers on Alcestis, who embodies the ultimate act of devotion by willingly giving her life for her husband, Admetus....4434falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/iphigenia-in-tauris-murray-translation-euripides--72071172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72071172Tue, 19 May 2026 16:26:33 +0000EuripidesThe apparent sacrifice of Iphigenia at Aulis by her own father Agamemnon was forestalled by the godness Artemis, who by an adroit sleight of hand that fooled all participants, substituted a deer for the daughter. Wafted magically away to the...6332drama,euripides,greeks,iphigenia,murray,sacrifice,sadness,shores,tauris,translationfalsefull