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42 The Hittite-Homer Connection? w/ Mary Bachvarova

Ancient Greece Declassified

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Exploring Connections Between Hittite Records and Homer's Writings

Delving into the intriguing correlations between Hittite records and Homer's writings, this chapter discusses the overlap in details like deity names and the significance of Troy as a legendary city. It explores the presence of stone circles and veneration practices at Troy, suggesting potential cultural exchanges between Anatolians and Greeks through Apollo festivals. The chapter also analyzes linguistic evidence, narrative evolution, and audience appreciation of differing perspectives in the narratives of the Trojan War.

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