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Essays on Latin and Ancient Greek by our teachers and invited guests. A new piece every two or three weeks.
Latest · 28 September 2026
Why study Latin and Ancient Greek in 2026?
Five reasons and thoughts from our students, from actor Tom Hiddleston, and from a former head of MI5
Society & Culture · 16 Aug 2026
Roman Public Libraries
How did Roman public libraries begin? Follow Ovid's book to the libraries of Pollio, Augustus and Octavia, and learn why they were…
Textual Criticism · 3 Jun 2025
Catullus’ little boat
Students who read the charming fourth poem in Catullus’s collection learn that it describes how the poet travelled from his foreign posting…
Science & knowledge in antiquity · 23 May 2025
What is a critical edition—and why should you care?
When reading classical works, it is useful to understand the role of textual criticism. No original manuscripts from Greek or Latin literature…
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