The World of Homer

Presented by James Renshaw

This talk examines the history and cultural legacy of the two earliest works in the western literary canon: the Iliad and the Odyssey. After an outline of each plotline,
the talk will focus on how and why these poems have cast such a spell on artists and writers ever since, from ancient Greek tragedy and vase painting, through
renaissance artists such as Botticelli and Bernini, and up to modern authors such as  James Joyce and Madeleine Miller. Understanding the world of Homer is an essential element for understanding the history of western art.

Dates and Locations

Saturday 8 August 2026 Gold Coast (QLD)

Wednesday 12 August 2026 Brisbane (QLD)

Wednesday 19 August 2026 Toowoomba (QLD)

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