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Greek and Latin Voices: Series about the literature which underpins Western civilisation. 1/4. Maria Wyke explores Horace and his world.

Greek and Latin Voices

Series exploring the work of Horace.

1/4. Horace's Odes, Epistles and Satires have been the cornerstones of much Western poetry. Poets are still drawn to them, but they also have much to say to business people, politicians and lovers. Maria Wyke explores Horace and his world.

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Mon 17 Dec 2007 23:00

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