Calder Classics student, Lily Kerr, reviews Madeline Miller’s Circe. Lily explains how Miller brings a fresh perspective to an ancient story, imbuing a glossed-over character with renewed relevance.
Classics in the Wild
The Classical Tradition at the Morgan Library & Museum
Classics in the WildCommentOn the corner of 36th Street and Madison Avenue is one of the greatest library spaces in the world: the Morgan Library & Museum. How did J.P. Morgan, 19th century banking titan, use the Classical tradition in his personal library?
Classics in the Wild: How the Classics Enrich Unclassical Moments
Classics in the WildCommentOver handfuls of popcorn in Lincoln Square cinemas recently, I saw the movie American Hustle, directed by David O. Russell. Winner of a Golden Globe and nominated for 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, American Hustle refurbishes the story of ABSCAM, a late 1970s FBI sting operation. American Hustle is not necessarily a modern-day Medea; however, looking at American Hustle through the lens of Medea highlights some interesting counterpoints between the two works, which, I think, reveal the enriching power of the Classics.