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The Great Courses

Narrated by Rufus J. Fears

The Great Courses: Western Literature

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July 8, 2013
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18 hrs 27 mins
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Lecture
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This collection of 36 lectures explores the enduring significance of "Great Books," examining works from ancient times to the modern era that continue to speak across the ages. Professor Fears discusses these texts' universal themes, noble language, and philosophical insights, offering perspectives that deepen our understanding of morality, history, and human nature. Through diverse works like the Aeneid, the Book of Job, Othello, and 1984, the course highlights how these texts shape ideas that influence both individuals and history, encouraging thoughtful engagement with our moral and ethical lives.
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