Episode 185: Ethics in Homer's "Odyssey" Feat. Translator Emily Wilson (Part Two)
Mar 12, 2018
01:08:15
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Continuing with Emily Wilson on her translation of the Greek epic poem. We discuss the "oikos" or estate, built on violence, and its connection to "xenia," or hospitality, which serves to forge military alliances. Also: status distinctions and the role of the gods in the text.