“Great lectures. He captures so much of Greek culture and life in what appears, at first glance of the episode titles, a retelling of political and military history. He seeks not to give one names and dates; rather, he seeks to establish a cultural understand of the ancient Greeks for modern pupils such as myself who have lacked such an education in the classics. However, he is quite neoliberal, for better or worse, and often idealizes Athenian democracy and sees America as its rightful heir. While I think there is some merit to this view, I think he overstates the case in an effort to combat “radical” thinkers like Marx, toward whom he is not afraid to make an occasional jab. Regardless of his politics, his confidence and knowledge outshines any disagreements we have and makes for a wonderful lecture series.”
Thebloodytampon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/28/20