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Greek Myth IV: Hesiod’s Shield of Heracles, or You Thought This Was Going to Be About Heracles, Didn’t You?
Despite the episode title, this poem is probably not the work of Hesiod. But it is an interesting example of a common trope in ancient Greek literature.
To join the discussion, visit the blog at Triumvir Clio’s School of Classical Civilization.
References
Brouwers, Josho. “The Shield of Heracles.” Karwansaray Publishers Blog, 15 Aug. 2014, www.karwansaraypublishers.com/awblog/the-shield-of-heracles/.
“HESIOD, SHIELD OF HERACLES.” HESIOD, SHIELD OF HERACLES - Theoi Classical Texts Library, www.theoi.com/Text/HesiodShield.html.
Mark, Joshua J. "Shield of Heracles." Ancient History Encyclopedia. Ancient History Encyclopedia, 25 Jul 2014. Web. 27 Apr 2020.
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Despite the episode title, this poem is probably not the work of Hesiod. But it is an interesting example of a common trope in ancient Greek literature.
To join the discussion, visit the blog at Triumvir Clio’s School of Classical Civilization.
References
Brouwers, Josho. “The Shield of Heracles.” Karwansaray Publishers Blog, 15 Aug. 2014, www.karwansaraypublishers.com/awblog/the-shield-of-heracles/.
“HESIOD, SHIELD OF HERACLES.” HESIOD, SHIELD OF HERACLES - Theoi Classical Texts Library, www.theoi.com/Text/HesiodShield.html.
Mark, Joshua J. "Shield of Heracles." Ancient History Encyclopedia. Ancient History Encyclopedia, 25 Jul 2014. Web. 27 Apr 2020.