Ancient Greece was way cooler than you think. And we're going to prove it this month with two new bits of goodness for people who hate boring history and just want the fun parts.
First off, our Greek History Quiz is the perfect way to test your knowledge on all things ancient Greece. Epic battles! The politician guy with the helmet! That other guy who liked math! All the things!
Think you know everything there is to know? Give it a try and see if you can conquer the quiz like...er... a modern-day Alexander the Great! Sweep through the questions like the Myrmidons of old, and...
Nope. Not gonna get too carried away with the goofy analogies. Just play the quiz and see how you do.
And if that’s not enough, dive into our Crash Course in Greek Philosophy. It’s a whirlwind tour of the big ideas from the OG Wiseguys that shaped Western thought - no snooze button required.
You’ll get to meet the big names, of course, plus a few lesser-known thinkers you may not be familiar with, but are worth knowing about - like Diogenes, a bona fide nut bag who peed on people he didn't like and lived in a really big jar. (Why, you ask? You'll need to read the article.)
Or Aspasia, who was the great woman behind the great man, Pericles. Yes, there were some women philosophers, but - and this is gonna shock you! - they weren't given as much attention. Surprise. (*eye roll and stabbing motions in the air*)
Plus, you might even pick up a few conversation starters for your next dinner party. Who doesn’t love a good debate about the meaning of life when you're trying to avoid politics or your brother-in-law's enthusiastic take on crypto?
So, whether you’re looking to flex your mental muscles or just want to learn something new with a light touch, we’ve got you covered. Go take the quiz, and then settle in for a crash course in philosophy that’s sure to leave you feeling a bit wiser—and maybe just a little bit smug.
Also, I'm headed to Greece very soon. Follow me on Instagram for daily dispatches.
Thanks for being here!
Filakia,
Barbara
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