Prof. Michael Scott – Live Q&A – 11/04/24 скачать в хорошем качестве

Prof. Michael Scott – Live Q&A – 11/04/24

In his regular live Q&A sessions Michael answers questions and shares news about his work and all things classical. Why not join in via his Facebook page: www.facebook.com/profmichaelscott and send a question ... what will you #askprofmcscott? TOPICS COVERED THIS WEEK INCLUDE: ▪️ Where is the supposed large stone that Chronos had swallowed instead of Zeus? ▪️ My question is about the library in Alexandria. Have they found books, a library? ▪️ If Disney ever approached you and asked you for suggestions for classical stories (like 1997’s Hercules) what story would you recommend to them? ▪️ What have you been up to in your new role? ▪️ I know the stories of the Iliad and the Odyssey are as far as we know are just that, stories, possibly loosely based on some historical fact. What I want to know is even if it was just a story, I want to know why – after all the efforts the Greeks went through 'winning' Troy, as it was such a strategic location for trade and military position – did they not stay there after sacking the city? ▪️ Can you see any opportunities for experimental archaeology in progressing the research of oracular divination? (Has anyone ever tried actually sitting on a tripod inhaling fumes for a day?)