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Ancient Rome

  • Why we romanticise ancient Greek homosexuality, but snub Rome’s role in popularising queer love

    Why we romanticise ancient Greek homosexuality, but snub Rome’s role in popularising queer love

    Jennifer Ingleheart, The Conversation
    · Feb 14, 2020 · 09:30 pm
  • Donald Trump’s impeachment verdict mirrors the process that turned ancient Rome into an autocracy

    Donald Trump’s impeachment verdict mirrors the process that turned ancient Rome into an autocracy

    Timothy Joseph, The Conversation
    · Feb 06, 2020 · 09:30 pm