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604. Greek Myths: Sex, Drugs & Tragedy (Part 3)

The Rest Is History

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Why This Play Terrified Athenian Citizens

Tom argues the Bacchae resonated with Athenians facing ruin, making Pentheus a mirror for citizen responsibility and civic failure.

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