Professor Paul Cartledge to present online lecture on ‘Ancient Sparta: Myths versus Reality’

·

Professor Paul Cartledge will present an online lecture entitled Ancient Sparta: Myths versus Reality on Thursday, April 7 at 7pm, as part of the Greek History and Culture Seminars offered by the Greek Community of Melbourne.

The ancient Spartans have given us three words in our English language (spoiler alert: ‘spartan,’ ‘laconic,’ ‘helot’).

That’s a tribute to the Spartan myth – which was started in antiquity by the Spartans themselves, then taken up by pro-Spartan ‘lakonizers,’ and has continued to this day (‘Spartans’ on the US Capitol, ‘Spartans’ in the UK House of Commons). But what was the ‘reality’ of ancient Sparta?

Prof Cartledge has the answer for those who attend the seminar.

Who is Prof Cartledge?

Professor Paul Cartledge is the AG Leventis Senior Research Fellow of Clare College, and formerly the inaugural AG Leventis Professor of Greek Culture in the University of Cambridge.

He is the author, co-author, editor or co-editor of some 30 books, most recently Democracy: A Life (Oxford University Press, 2018) and Thebes: the forgotten city of ancient Greece (Picador & Abrams, 2020).

Professor Paul Cartledge.

Cartledge’s field of study is Athens and Sparta in the Classical Age, he has been described as a Laconophile. He was chief historical consultant for the BBC TV series The Greeks and the Channel 4 series The Spartans, presented by Bettany Hughes.

Professor Cartledge is also a holder of the Gold Cross of the Order of Honour of Greece and an Honorary Citizen of modern Sparta. Most recently he has been awarded the Commander of the Order of Honour (Ταξιάρχης τῆς Τιμῆς), for his ‘contribution to enhancing Greece’s stature abroad.’

Event Details:

  • When: April 7, 2022 at 7pm
  • Speaker: Professor Paul Cartledge
  • Topic: Ancient Sparta: Myths versus Reality
  • Online Platforms: Facebook and Youtube

Advertisement

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Advertisement

Latest News

Final farewell at Stanmore as Cyprus Community of NSW prepares to relocate

The Cyprus Community of NSW’s club, located at Stanmore for over four decades, is set to relocate, with an “End of an Era” party being held.

Kindred souls: West African blues meet Greek rebetiko

Stani Goma and Con Kalamaras are working on a project to bring West African and Greek roots music together.

What the 2025 Armenia-Azerbaijan peace deal and recognition of Palestine mean for Cyprus

In an age where peace deals are brokered in weeks, Dean Kalimniou reflects on what this means for the unresolved Cyprus question.

Cyprus: Historical and political responsibilities of a national tragedy (Part 4)

The rejection by referendum on 24 April 2004 of the settlement plan of the UN by the Greek Cypriots had negatively influenced the international...

Vamvakou: A mountain village reborn in Greece’s Laconia

The mountain village of Vamvakou in Laconia has transformed into a vibrant community blending tradition and innovation.

You May Also Like

Athens Polytechnic Uprising: 50th anniversary marked in NSW and Victoria

Greek communities in NSW and Victoria gathered at events over the weekend to mark the 50th anniversary of the Athens Polytechnic Uprising.

Sydney Olympic FC equalise match against Mt Druitt Town Rangers

Sydney Olympic FC and Mt Druitt Town Rangers shared the points in a 3-3 draw Round 25 of the National Premier Leagues NSW Men’s competition.

Acropolis Museum part of the Top 10 Best Value Museums List for 2023

Athens’ Acropolis Museum has made it onto Europe’s Top 10 Best Value Museums List for 2023 due to its affordability.