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EPISODE 112: Historical Daddy Issues

History on Fire

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Infanticide and the Dark Side of Ancient Parenthood

This chapter explores the historical context of infanticide in ancient Greece and Rome, emphasizing the father's role in deciding the fate of newborns. It also examines literary themes surrounding abandonment and parental responsibility, alongside philosophical attitudes towards these moral dilemmas.

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