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Alexandra Hudson on Classics and Civility

Stoicism: Philosophy as a Way of Life Podcast

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The Timeless Love of Abelard and Heloise: A Lesson in Intellectual Connection

This chapter explores the deep and tragic love story of Peter Abelard and Heloise, intellectual equals in medieval Paris. Through their heartfelt correspondence, it contrasts their enduring emotional bond with modern notions of romance that often emphasize physicality over emotional connection.

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