Why it endured
A work of fiction by Virgil, published in 2000. The Aeneid has become a lasting reference in its field — valued for its insight, clarity, and enduring relevance.
What they're saying
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Ryan HolidayAuthor & Stoic philosopher
“On today’s @dailystoic podcast I talk to Classics scholar and professor @ShadiBartsch about how to use the classics as a way to reflect and think critically about oneself, her translation of Virgil’s The Aeneid, and more. Listen to the full episode: https://t.co/PlQLVEu7GQ pic.twitter.com/wpks7wjcXn”
Nassim Nicholas TalebAuthor & risk analyst
“One of the methods, called sortes virgilianae (fate as decided by the epic poet Virgil), involved opening Virgil’s Aeneid at random and interpreting the line that presented itself as direction for the course of action.”