Daniel holds a bachelor’s degree in Classical Civilizations from Concordia University, Montreal, and is currently applying for his master’s in the same field. His areas of interest are Greek history from the Classical period through the conquests of Alexander the Great, as well as the ancient Greek language. He loves nothing more than to share his passion for history with anyone who will listen, and even with those who won’t.
Areas of Expertise
How Temples Governed the Economic and Political Life of Ancient Mesopotamia
The temples of ancient Mesopotamia were more than just religious buildings; they served important administrative and economic functions for the community.
What Is the Role of Morality in Homer’s Iliad?
Homer’s Iliad is about the destructive pursuit of honor set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, but how does the poem depict morality?
The Lost Epic Stories of the Theban Cycle That Inspired Greek Tragedy
The Theben Cycle of epic poems explains much of the mythical history of Thebes. What do we know about this lost literature?
The Epic Homecoming of the Greek Warriors From Troy That Inspired Ancient Art
With their victory at Troy, the Greeks thought their struggles had ended, but the journey home, recorded in the Nostoi, proved an even greater trial.
The Surprising Reason Athens Exiled Its Most Popular Politicians
In democratic Athens, popularity could get you elected to high office, but it could also get you exiled from the city through the practice of ostracism.
The Ancient Land That Birthed Ares and Spartacus
Ancient Thrace was a land of horse warriors and tribal kings. It was the birthplace of Ares, the god of war, and Spartacus, the infamous gladiator.
The Myth of the Rich King of Lydia Whose Hubris Led to His Downfall
Croesus was the famously wealthy and powerful king of Lydia, but his hubris led to the fall of Sardis.
Dune and Greek Mythology: What’s in Common?
Discover the influences from Greek mythology that informed Frank Herbert’s famous science-fiction novel, Dune.
10 Mortal and Divine Children of Zeus
Zeus was renowned for his affairs with countless lovers, resulting in many children, mortal and divine, who played important roles in Greek mythology.
How to Become an Immortal in Greek Mythology (6 Myths)
The line between human and divine was often blurred in Greek mythology, and being born mortal didn’t mean you couldn’t one day become an immortal.
The Ancient Hurrian Myth That Inspired the Greek Gods
The Kumarbi Cycle was a Hurrian myth detailing the birth of the Storm God and his battles against his father, Kumarbi, for the throne of heaven.
Why Was Hope the Last Gift in Pandora’s Box?
In Greek myth, when Pandora opened the fabled box given to her by the gods, it released all the evils. Yet one thing remained inside: Hope.