No. 5 (2024): Una / Κοινῇ - Rivista di studi sul classico e sulla sua ricezione nella letteratura italiana moderna e contemporanea
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Un modo di intendere l'attualità dei Classici

Amalia Margherita Cirio
Università di Roma “La Sapienza” di Roma
Published December 18, 2024
Keywords
  • Classics,
  • Thucydides,
  • Euripides,
  • War
How to Cite
Cirio, A. M. (2024). Un modo di intendere l’attualità dei Classici . Una Κοινῇ - Magazine of Studies on the Classic and Its Reception in Modern and Contemporary Italian Literature, (5), 82-91. Retrieved from https://unakoine.it/index.php/unaK/article/view/142

Abstract

This paper examines the enduring relevance of classical studies in understanding the past and navigating the present and future. By exploring Greek tragedy, particularly Euripides’ The Trojan Women, it addresses the theme of war, highlighting how classical texts illuminate the unchanging aspects of human nature and the cycles of conflict. The importance of teaching ancient texts through innovative and interdisciplinary methods is emphasized, showcasing their potential to inspire interest and cultural awareness in modern audiences.