The Symposium a.k.a. Let's Have An Ancient Greek Kiki (feat. Cosima Carnegie)
Historical Homos
Exploring Ancient Greek Symposium and Pederasty
The chapter delves into the historical context of pederasty in ancient Greece, discussing the nuances of relationships, ancient artwork, and graffiti depicting sexual activities. It explores the concept of symposia as gatherings for intellectual discussions, entertainment, and various activities, highlighting the role they played in preserving ancient Greek poetry. The conversation also touches on the prevalence of sexual acts, the symbolism in ancient artwork, and the intermingling of sexual interactions with serving and entertaining roles at these events.
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