• Rise and Eclipse: Courage in Ancient Rome with Dr. Philip Matyszak (Part 2)

  • Nov 21 2024
  • Length: 41 mins
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Rise and Eclipse: Courage in Ancient Rome with Dr. Philip Matyszak (Part 2)

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  • In this episode we go on a journey to ancient Rome with none other than the acclaimed British historian and non-fiction author, Dr Philip Matyszak. We will discuss courage in ancient Rome, its soldiers, its legions, legends, gladiators and much more. An engaging storyteller, Dr Matyszak, also known as "Dr Maty", will give us a glimpse into the mind of the warrior and illuminate our understanding of what courage and glory meant then in relation to how we understand them today. We'll hear him talk about the light and dark sides of the Roman mindset as he takes us back to the battlefields and the Colosseum. We'll talk about Julius Caesar and Marc Anthony, and even cross paths with Shakespeare. We'll delve into the art of divination from animal entrails and how the world of ancient heroes revolved around myth and magic. Dr Maty's dynamic style and humor will enhance your experience, transforming what you thought were dusty historical facts into compelling tales of adventure, intrigue and discovery. Some of Dr. Maty’s most celebrated books, include “24 Hours in Ancient Greece”; “Ancient Rome on Five Denarii a Day”, “The Enemies of Rome: From Hannibal to Attila the Hun”; “Sparta: Rise of a Warrior Nation”, “Ancient Magic in Greece and Rome”, “Lost Cities in the Ancient World” and his most recent publication “A Walk Through Ancient Rome: A Tour of the Historical Sites That Shaped the City”.
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