643 Aesop and His Fables (with Robin Waterfield) | My Last Book with Boel Westin
The History of Literature
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Aesop's Fables: Language and Legacy
This chapter features a conversation between the host and a classical scholar about the nuances of learning ancient and modern Greek, addressing the historical influences on language evolution. The discussion focuses on Aesop's fables, exploring their accessibility and the challenges in translating them while maintaining their original charm. Additionally, it examines the enigmatic figure of Aesop, separating fact from myth and highlighting his role as a critic of societal norms through storytelling.
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