This tag: Ancient Greece
Seven Wonders of the ancient world The Seven Wonders fascinate us, but what were they and why were they wonders? Using art, literature and archaeology we’ll explore possible answers. This is a three day course over three consecutive Saturdays. Each day will conclude with a visit to the British Museum. What is the course about?… Read more »
This tag: Ancient Greece
Great Sea Battles from the Classical World – Salamis, Syracuse and Actium A general look at ships and sailing techniques in the Ancient World and how vessels were used in warfare. This course was run at the National Maritime Museum on Sunday 25th March 2018. We looked at the strategies used by navies in… Read more »
- Posted on: March 30, 2018
- Featured in History, History features
- Also tagged Actium, Ancient Greek Naval Warfare, Ancient Greek Warships, Ancient History, Ancient Naval Warfare, Ancient Roman Naval Warfare, Ancient Roman Warships, Ancient Rome, Battle of Actium, Battle of Salamis, Battle of Syracuse, Etruscans, European History, Greenwich, Naval Warfare, Salamis
This tag: Ancient Greece
Orpheus – Life after Death Unlike other Greek Heroes Orpheus was basically peaceful. He braved the Underworld and was one of the Argonauts. Ever since he has been a major influence for artists and composers. This course was run at the City Lit on Saturday 3rd March 2018. We studied the Greek Myths surrounding Orpheus… Read more »
- Posted on: March 25, 2018
- Featured in History, History features, Music, Music features
- Also tagged Ancient Rome, Art History, British Museum, European History, French composers, German composers, Gluck, Greek Myths, Italian composers, Monteverdi, Offenbach, Opera, Orpheus