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Episode 66: Ovid's "The Art of Love" with Julia Hejduk

Sacred and Profane Love

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Exploring Ovid's 'The Art of Love'

This chapter analyzes the didactic reverse nature of Ovid's 'The Art of Love', comparing it to satirical works and delving into the dual nature of seduction and art in shaping perceptions of love. It explores the interplay between art, love, and exile in Ovid's life, highlighting how art serves as his muse and sustenance. The discussion transitions to the remedies of love portrayed ironically through war, hunting, and farming metaphors, examining the pervasive theme of love and sex in various aspects of life.

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