Homer

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Homer's works, including the Iliad and the Odyssey, are foundational texts of ancient Greek literature, shaping Western culture and storytelling.

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Mentioned in the context of early Greek literature and its influence.

Mentioned when suggesting to start with The Iliad and The Odyssey to understand Greek tragedies.

Mentioned by Erik Rostad in the context of Aristotle's teaching methods for Alexander the Great.

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Ryan Holiday as one of the philosophers Marcus Aurelius quoted in his Meditations.

Mentioned by Spencer Klavan during a discussion about the importance of reading Homer.

Referenced when Aeschylus and Euripides bring up Homer's work, mentioning the military instruction embodied within.

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Ryan Holiday as one of the books Napoleon took on his Egypt campaign.

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