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The Trojan War, with Mary Beard

October 09, 2025

Description

Did the Trojan War - the ten year, cosmic clash between the Greeks and the Trojans, featuring the Olympian gods, kings and heroes - actually happen? Is there any evidence for the existence of the...
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Books Referenced

The Parthenon

Author: Mary Beard

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Context:

Mentioned when Tom Holland introduces Mary Beard's credentials, listing books she has written for the general reader

Pompeii

Author: Mary Beard

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Context:

Mentioned when Tom Holland introduces Mary Beard's credentials, listing books she has written for the general reader

The Caesars

Author: Mary Beard

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Context:

Mentioned when Tom Holland introduces Mary Beard's credentials, listing books she has written for the general reader (likely referring to 'Twelve Caesars' or similar title)