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The History of Literature
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Lost Voices of Antiquity
This chapter examines the profound loss of ancient literature due to wars and societal changes, contrasting the wealth of works once published with the meager fragments that remain. It explores unique aspects of ancient Greek and Roman societies, from their open attitudes toward sexuality to their interactions with other cultures, while considering how our understanding of history may shift over time.
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