Sarah Maguire
Contributing Writer
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Sarah Maguire is a writer with a doctorate in Classical Studies from Swansea University, who loves bringing the ancient world to life for her readers. She has taught adult education courses in Greek Myth and also worked in administration.
As well as her love of all things Greek and Roman, Sarah enjoys exploring and sharing her interests in literature, history, world religion and other topics.
Sarah also maintains a blog Reflections on a Floating World which contains book reviews, discussions of current projects and other musings. The Gardens of Lucullus is a blog devoted to articles on Greek and Roman civilisation along with links and recommendations for other classical resources online.
Sarah's articles can also be found at Hubpages .
Latest Articles
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Ancient Pantomime
A form of graceful narrative dance, Ancient Pantomime was a vastly popular form of entertainment in the Roman Empire.
Sep 3, 2011
- Sarah Maguire
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Romulus and Remus and the Foundation of Rome
Famously, the Founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus, were suckled by a wolf. The story of the two brothers ended in bloodshed
Mar 12, 2011
- Sarah Maguire
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New Report Suggests Green Tea Wards Off Dementia and Cancer
A new study by Newcastle University indicates that green tea can help prevent Alzheimer's and Cancer.
Jan 5, 2011
- Sarah Maguire
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Five of the Best Websites for Classical Studies
A review of 5 useful websites offering resources for the study of ancient Greek and Roman culture and history.
Dec 16, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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Clodius and the Bona Dea Affair
The Roman scandal of 62 BCE that gave rise to the phrase 'Caesar's wife must be above suspicion.'
Dec 15, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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The Story Of Cleopatra's Needle
Cleopatra's Needle is a famous landmark on the bank of the River Thames, in London. How did it get there and is it anything to do with Cleopatra?
Oct 7, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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Queen Cleopatra the Seventh Of Egypt
We all know the name of Queen Cleopatra, her love affair with Anthony and her suicide by snake bite; this article explores the reality behind the legend.
Sep 27, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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King Croesus of Lydia and the Wise Man Solon
We remember King Croesus today in the phrase "as rich as Croesus" - but who was this remarkably rich Croesus and did he manage to hold on to his riches?
Sep 14, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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Sophocles' Oedipus and Classical Greek Views of Fate
The Tragedy of King Oedipus exemplifies Greek ideas about Fate.
Jun 13, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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The Myth of Demeter and Persephone
The myth of Persephone's abduction by Hades and the search for her by her mother Demeter was a powerful influence in classical Greek religion.
Jun 10, 2010
- Sarah Maguire
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