Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice

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Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

Episodes

  1. Feb 13

    001 - Section 1

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    2 min

  2. Feb 13

    002 - Section 2

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    33 min

  3. Feb 13

    003 - Section 3

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    35 min

  4. Feb 13

    004 - Section 4

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    37 min

  5. Feb 13

    005 - Section 5

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    21 min

  6. Feb 13

    006 - Section 6

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    15 min

  7. Feb 13

    007 - Section 7

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    14 min

  8. Feb 13

    008 - Section 8

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    9 min

  9. Feb 13

    009 - Section 9

    Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

    23 min
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Dive into the enchanting world of the Homeric Hymns, a collection of thirty-three lyrical poems that pay tribute to various Greek gods. Most of these pieces are brief, spanning just a few lines, while a select few delve deeper with over 250 lines. Crafted in the iconic Homeric style and traditionally attributed to the legendary poet Homer, their true origins remain a mystery. Alongside the Hymns, explore the Epigrams, a series of intriguing fragments touching on a myriad of themes from sailors to potters, also linked to Homer but likely influenced by Hesiod and others. Finally, enjoy the whimsical Battle of Frogs and Mice, a playful parody that condenses the epic scale of the Iliad into a light-hearted tale—just one-fiftieth the length! - Summary by Arthur Krolman

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