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The Aeneid
Book • 19
The Aeneid, written by Virgil between 29 and 19 BC, is a monumental work of classical literature.
It follows the journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero, as he navigates from the ruins of Troy to Italy, where he is destined to found the city of Lavinium, a precursor to Rome.
The poem is divided into 12 books, with the first six detailing Aeneas' wanderings and the second six describing the war in Italy against the Latins.
The epic incorporates various legends and mythological elements, glorifying traditional Roman virtues and legitimizing the Julio-Claudian dynasty.
It explores themes such as duty, fate, and the relationship between the individual and society, and has had a profound influence on Western literature.
It follows the journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero, as he navigates from the ruins of Troy to Italy, where he is destined to found the city of Lavinium, a precursor to Rome.
The poem is divided into 12 books, with the first six detailing Aeneas' wanderings and the second six describing the war in Italy against the Latins.
The epic incorporates various legends and mythological elements, glorifying traditional Roman virtues and legitimizing the Julio-Claudian dynasty.
It explores themes such as duty, fate, and the relationship between the individual and society, and has had a profound influence on Western literature.
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in relation to the founding legend of Carthage.


Tom Holland

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421. Ancient Carthage: Lords of the Sea (Part 1)
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when discussing the legendary founder of Carthage in Virgil’s poem.


Tom Holland

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422. Ancient Carthage: Rise of a Superpower (Part 2)
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as an example of a classical text that offers timeless insights into human nature.


David Perell

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Riva Tez: Becoming A Free Thinker
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as the author of the Aeneid, highlighting its significance in Roman culture and propaganda.

Rudyard Lynch

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Explaining the Pax Romana
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in the context of discussing the study of classics and its importance in understanding Western culture.

Mary Beard

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105. Classics
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as depicting Cato in the Aeneid.

Alex Petkus

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103 - The Immortal Cato
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as a book he found absolutely fascinating.


Ryan Holiday

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Dr. Shadi Bartsch on Eastern vs. Western Philosophy
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in the context of C.S. Lewis's discussion on summarizing myths versus novels.

Angelina Stanford

Cindy Rollins

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Episode 266: “Best of” Series – An Experiment in Criticism, Ch. 5-7
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while discussing resilience and the ability to withstand challenges.

Caleb Ontiveros

31 snips
The Roman Emperor on Strength, How to Transform Misfortune Into Fortune, And Death (Episode 166)
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throughout the podcast as a source of resilience and post-traumatic growth.


Laurie Santos

Stephanie Frampton

29 snips
Happiness Lessons of The Ancients: The Trauma of Troy
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when discussing the influence of classical authors on Shakespeare.

Thomas Banks

27 snips
Episode 261: “Much Ado About Nothing” by William Shakespeare, Acts 1 & 2
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in the context of ancient myths and their potential basis in real events.

Ben Garrett

26 snips
Megalithic Mysteries: Göbekli Tepe, The Pyramids, & Beyond
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when discussing intellectuals around Augustus.


Tristan Hughes

26 snips
Livia: Empress of Rome
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as the author of the Aeneid, which features Dido as a tragic heroine.


Dominic Sandbrook


Tom Holland

24 snips
262: Tunisia: Dido of Carthage
Mentioned by Michael Knowles as he was reading it to prepare for a speech in Hungary.

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Ep. 1742 - British Mom JAILED After Supposed “Racist” Post
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as books he enjoys listening to on Audible.


Sean Carroll

17 snips
132 | Michael Levin on Growth, Form, Information, and the Self
Mentioned as a source of inspiration for the imaginative scenes in "A Journey Around My Room."

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A Journey Around My Room by Xavier de Maistre (Book Review)
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in relation to the Aeneid and its timeless themes.


Ryan Holiday

Timothy Denevi

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Timothy Denevi on the Power of Reading and Learning from the Past (Part 2)
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as a Roman epic poem.

Deacon Harrison Garlick

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Iliad: Book 1 | The Rage of Achilles
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in relation to Amelia's plot structure.


Henry Power

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Fielding's Tom Jones