Carthage, as depicted in Virgil's Aeneid and through artworks by Claude le Lorrain and J.M.W. Turner, is examined as a heterotopic space in classical literature. The concept of imagined geographies and heterotopias is explored in relation to Carthage, highlighting how it was represented, contested,

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Delve into the complexities of divine intervention, Roman values, and Augustan heroism in Virgil's Aeneid. Unravel the intricate relationship between politics, epic form, and the subversive readings of this classical work. Challenge traditional interpretations and ponder the nuanced interplay of pro

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Explore the captivating tales of three powerful women from ancient epics - Queen Penthesilea, who fights Achilles in the Trojan War; Dido, the founder and Queen of Carthage whose tragic love story with Aeneas unfolds in the Aeneid; and Penelope, the clever wife of Odysseus who outwits suitors during

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The epic tale of The Aeneid continues in Books X to XII, delving into the fierce battles, divine interventions, and the struggles of characters like Aeneas, Turnus, Pallas, and more. The narrative unfolds with intricate plots, prophecies, and the inevitable clash between destiny and mortal will, cul

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