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Wish you weren't here: The Sicilian Expedition
2018-06-28
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To what extent does Thucydides alter and tweak his account of the Athenian disaster? In this episode I look at some of the arguments which suggest Thucydides amended and changed his account to align with his views through subtle and none-too-subtle techniques.
I also point out why Nicias would be an ideal guest at a poker night.
Feel free to find me on twitter (@ancientblogger)
Music by Brakhage (Le Vrai Instrumental)
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