We’re taking a bit of breather for the next few weeks. But have no fear: we’ll be back to our regular schedule on the 12th of August.

An examination of some early Greek texts suggests that the term epikouros requires a more complex definition than just “mercenary”.

A life-size statue in Naples is described as “Fortuna-Isis restored as the younger Faustina in the clothes of Ceres.” What does that mean?

Ancient heroes and divinities, like Heracles, are recognizable by their physical appearance and, especially, their attributes.

In classical architecture, we recognize five orders: Tuscan, Doric, Ionic, Corinthian, and composite. What is this classification based on?

A round shield, with a double grip, swept the Mediterranean by storm. But why did this happen?

Academic publishing is a pricey industry for consumers, which is why it is nice to find a collection of books well-worth their price.

It is not easy to summarise Greek warfare in a single work. Matthew Sears’ Understanding Greek Warfare pulls it off by not rattling any cages.

The Etruscans were reputed to be tenacious pirates. Is this reputation deserved? The answer requires a look at the ancient sources.

Sculptures featuring the goddess Aphrodite (Venus) crouching were popular in the Graeco-Roman world. Why would that be?