This is my blog for posting material of academic interest (to me). Expect to see stuff about Greek and Roman history, archaeology, Classical literature, the Ancient Near East, historical films, teaching, the reception of the Classics in science fiction, the abuse of history, science fiction criticism, Doctor Who, and occasionally other historical stuff, or just things that I'm interested in. Expect spoilers at all times.
Friday, June 24, 2022
Vapour Trails guest appearance
I've been talking about The Beatles on Vapour Trails again, complete with an RIP to Alan White, why there was a musical reason for sacking Pete Best, and why Gerry Marsden didn't do Lennon-McCartney songs. Thanks to Steve Brooks for having me on once again.
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
Online course introducing Greek and Roman mythology
I'll be teaching an online course on Greek and Roman mythology in the autumn, in collaboration with MANCENT, the Manchester Continuing Education Network. If you sign up, you'll get access to all the recordings. Feel free to share. https://eventbrite.co.uk/e/greek-and-roman-mythology-an-introduction-full-course-tickets-371185474747
If you just want to book for individual sessions, you can do that here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/greek-and-roman-mythology-an-introduction-individual-sessions-tickets-371208864707
Sunday, June 19, 2022
Article about Hercules in 1960s Marvel comics on FA Online
I look at the career of Hercules in 1960s Marvel comics, and why he never quite took off.
http://comiczine-fa.com/features/in-our-midst-an-immortal-hercules-in-1960s-marvel-comics
Labels:
Avengers,
comics,
FA online,
Hercules,
Marvel,
Marvel Comics,
Mighty Thor,
superheroes,
Thor
Sunday, June 12, 2022
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