
Episode 107: Venantius Fortunatus
Literature and History
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The Self-Styled Lyric Orpheus: A Journey through Gaul
This chapter explores Venantius Fortunatus's self-referential preface, where he parallelizes his poetic journey to that of Orpheus, engaging a rustic audience in Gaul. It highlights his ambition to connect with nobility and the church, blending boastful storytelling with astute social networking.
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