The discoveries of Troy and Mycenaean Greece in the 19th century led to a shift in attitudes toward Ancient Greek legends. If archaeology showed that Troy had existed, was it possible that the Trojan War saga had its basis in historical fact? In this episode, Scott Emmons sifts through clues from the Homeric epics, excavations at Troy, and ancient Hittite documents to explore a question that has fascinated both scholars and amateurs for generations.
For photos and other commentary, check out Episode 5 at epicgreekhistory.substack.com
Reading suggestions:
The Trojan War: A Very Short Introduction by Eric Cline (2013)
Troy and Homer: Towards a Solution of an Old Mystery by Joachim Latacz (2004)
From Hittite to Homer by Mary Bachvarova (2016)
Singer of Tales by Albert Lord (1960)
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