Classic Chats: Charlotte Higgins on Ukrainian Lessons

“Mary: "You can't do that in English!". YES! So, translate Homeric Greek Dactylic hexameter into contemporary English iambic pentameter and thoroughly understood The iliad and Odyssey, musuc, singing, rhythm, meter, music of 3-4,000 years ag…”

“Putin claims he is waging this war to defend Russians, while in reality he is destroying regions that are predominantly Russian‑speaking. His troops are destroying museums, Orthodox churches, and theatres - I think it is fair to say that no…”

“What a marvelous discussion! I follow a number of art pages in my socials and at times Ukrainian visual art is featured, but I have not listened to their music or poetry. I look forward to reading Charlotte's book and learning more about Uk…”

“Firstly, thank you, Charlotte, for doing what you have done & for telling us about it, with Mary. How precious peace is, when you don't have it (which reminds me of the Islamic greeting & reply). I bought some one a Ukrainian cookbook a few…”