Epics of Rome
Dr Rhiannon Evans
This subject explores Ancient Roman epic poetry, the literary genre which deals with grand mythical narratives involving heroes, gods, war, and love affairs. Epic was the most prestigious literary form in the ancient world. Roman poets adapted and developed Greek epic, particularly influenced by the Homeric Iliad and Odyssey. Roman epics similarly deal with divine and heroic material, but Roman poets also weave contemporary and topical themes into the mythical subject matter. The primary text for this subject is Ovid's Metamorphoses, which tells many comic tales of the gods in love and encounters between heroes and monsters through a series of transformations. Epics which influenced Ovid will also be studied, such as the Greek epics of Homer, the early Roman epics of Naevius and Ennius, and Virgil's Aeneid, which was the most significant influence on Ovid. We shall also consider Ovid as a major influence upon Western artists and writers, from Shakespeare to David Malouf.
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How many episodes does Epics of Rome have?
Epics of Rome currently has 13 episodes available.
What topics does Epics of Rome cover?
The podcast is about Poetry, History, University, Courses, Podcasts, Education and Ancient History.
What is the most popular episode on Epics of Rome?
The episode title 'Afterlife II: The Novel' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Epics of Rome?
The average episode length on Epics of Rome is 44 minutes.
How often are episodes of Epics of Rome released?
Episodes of Epics of Rome are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Epics of Rome?
The first episode of Epics of Rome was released on Mar 5, 2014.
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