
Episode 56: I Shall Release Hell (Virgil's Aeneid, Books 7-9)
Literature and History
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Philosophical Tensions in the Aeneid
This chapter analyzes the intricate blend of influences on Virgil's Aeneid, examining how themes like Roman imperialism, nostalgia for the Republic, and philosophical ideologies shape its narrative. It explores the tension between polytheism and philosophical thought, highlighting Virgil's alignment with early Christian ideas amid the complexities of divine influence.
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