

The Greek Way by Edith Hamilton
28 snips Oct 6, 2023
Host Erik Rostad discusses 'The Greek Way' by Edith Hamilton, a guidebook for Greek literature, highlighting the relevance of understanding Greek culture. They explore various aspects of Greek culture and its influence, including the clash of civilizations, tragedy in Greek literature, and the creation of gods in Greek mythology. The chapter also delves into Aristotle's definition of happiness and the historical shift in focus and values influenced by the church and the Renaissance.
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Importance of 'The Greek Way' in Understanding Greek Literature
01:48 • 17min
Greek Culture, Influence, and Herodotus
18:59 • 10min
Exploring Greek Culture and Aristotle's Definition of Happiness
28:36 • 4min
The Greek Way: A Turning Point in History
32:21 • 6min
A Historical Shift in Focus and Values
38:32 • 4min