The History of Literature

3 Homer

Nov 9, 2015
Homer, a blind poet, shaped Greek culture through his stories of heroes and gods. This podcast discusses the impact of his works on education, religion, and morality, as well as the enduring appeal of The Iliad and The Odyssey. It explores the themes of nostalgia, love, and reunion in Odysseus and Penelope's relationship, and introduces Sappho and her influential poetry on love and life.
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