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Immerse yourself in the lyrical world of ancient Greece with "Sappho: A New Rendering," where the fragmented beauty of a renowned poet's voice is brought to life through a collection...
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Immerse yourself in the lyrical world of ancient Greece with "Sappho: A New Rendering," where the fragmented beauty of a renowned poet's voice is brought to life through a collection of evocative works. This podcast celebrates the themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human emotion that permeate Sappho's poetry, alongside related pieces that resonate with her timeless expression. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering an exploration of both Sappho’s surviving fragments and works inspired by her legacy, including fictional interpretations that delve into her relationships and desires. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite listeners to engage with the profound connections between past and present. Discover a new book with every episode and experience the enduring power of poetry that transcends time and speaks to the heart.
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9 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
8 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
7 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
6 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
5 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
4 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
3 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
2 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
1 SEP 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
31 AUG 2026 · Sappho lived in the Greek-speaking Aeolian islands off the coast of Turkey. She is one of the very few female poets from antiquity. Although her work was very popular in ancient Greece and Rome, only small fragments survive today. This book includes translations of these fragments, as well as a poem from Ovid's Heroides, "Sappho to Phaon," a fictional letter from Sappho to her assumed lover. (Summary by Libby Gohn)
Immerse yourself in the lyrical world of ancient Greece with "Sappho: A New Rendering," where the fragmented beauty of a renowned poet's voice is brought to life through a collection...
show more
Immerse yourself in the lyrical world of ancient Greece with "Sappho: A New Rendering," where the fragmented beauty of a renowned poet's voice is brought to life through a collection of evocative works. This podcast celebrates the themes of love, longing, and the complexities of human emotion that permeate Sappho's poetry, alongside related pieces that resonate with her timeless expression. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, offering an exploration of both Sappho’s surviving fragments and works inspired by her legacy, including fictional interpretations that delve into her relationships and desires. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that invite listeners to engage with the profound connections between past and present. Discover a new book with every episode and experience the enduring power of poetry that transcends time and speaks to the heart.
show less
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