
Episode 52: White Flowers Die (Virgil's Eclogues)
Literature and History
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Virgil's Background and Influences
This chapter explores Virgil's connection to his homeland Mantua, emphasizing its diverse ancestry and cultural influences. It delves into his early exposure to poetry through shepherds and his introduction to Epicureanism, highlighting the historical context of Rome during his youth.
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