

The Iliad and the right to rule
Oct 2, 2023
Translating The Iliad, exploring power in ancient Rome, and the Conservative Party's quest for power are discussed by Emily Wilson, Mary Beard, and Ben Riley-Smith. They delve into themes of violence, translation challenges, stories in politics, accessibility of Roman emperors, power dynamics within political parties, and the blame game of women in power.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Focus on Achilles' Rage and its Consequences
01:59 • 6min
Themes of Violence and Translation Challenges in the Iliad
07:50 • 16min
The Use of Stories in Politics
24:08 • 4min
The Accessibility of Roman Emperors
27:39 • 3min
The Power Dynamics Within the Conservative and Labour Parties
30:46 • 6min
The Blame Game: Women in Power
36:29 • 6min