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Literature and History

Doug Metzger

With millions of downloads, hundreds of hours of soundtracked content, and an overall emphasis on the cultural history behind famous works of literature, Literature and History is one of the most popular independent podcasts on its subject. Starting with Sumerian cuneiform in 3,100 BCE, Literature and History moves forward in chronological order through Assyriology, Egyptology, the Old Testament, ... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes103Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In the twilight of the Western Empire, Boethius (c. 476-523) served as consul, but ended his life imprisoned by the Ostrogothic King Theodoric, writing The Consolation of Philosophy. more

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6 months ago

Augustine’s City of God, Part 2 of 2. The second half of the City of God contains some of Late Antiquity’s most influential writings – most notably Augustine’s take on Original Sin. more

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a year ago

Augustine’s City of God, Part 1 of 2. The first half of the City of God is a broadside against paganism – its culture, religion, and history, subjects about which Augustine had much to say. more

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Augustine’s Confessions, Part 2 of 2. The second half of Augustine’s Confessions contains some of the most famous theology in Christian history. more

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Amazing

    I’m an avid history podcast consumer and I’ve never felt so compelled to write a review and there are some great ones out there. Doug is a brilliant writer, narrator and overall story teller. I’m completely enthralled! Thank you so much for making this show!

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    5
    Jogfcsdghyyjkyfem
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Learn all you wanted and have a giggle also

    This long series of amazingly put together podcast is simply fantastic. Doug has an amazing voice, walking us through the beginings and ends of beginnings of literature and history. Seen from the literature side gives an insight that very few people would have the skill, let alone the gumption to put all of this together. more

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    5
    Wolfy-away
    Australia6 months ago
  • Best podcast ever

    This podcast absolutely Spanks all others. The speaker is so articulate and smart. I’ve enjoyed every second. more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LewisBiamon
    Canada6 months ago
  • The best literature AND history podcast

    Literature and History does what any educational podcast should do: it analyzes dense, historically significant text and makes it accessible to modern listeners. I work as an English teacher and I listen to this podcast every day on my way to work. I’ve learned a lot from this podcast, which gives me interesting material for my lessons and helps me feel more comfortable in my own brain. The musical accompaniment is great too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marissakaysongs
    United States6 months ago
  • Doug continues to create excellent material

    Follow along the journey, it's worth every moment. Doug keeps a consistent and digestible pace at material that is not typically considered easy. He frequently inspires me to go back and read materials I might not have actually read on my own.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MonsieurBooyah
    United States6 months ago

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