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Latin Day School: Dido – a mythical African queen with George Sharpley

Written by Steve Jenkin

DIDO 
at Roman Bath, with George Sharpley
Saturday 16th May 2026, 10am-4pm

Discover the legendary story of Dido, the African queen whose life was transformed by the arrival of Aeneas, a fugitive from Troy. This immersive day school will explore the myth of Dido and Aeneas through the lens of Virgil’s Aeneid, featuring selected readings with English translations.

What to Expect:

  • A deep dive into one of antiquity’s most compelling myths
  • Guided readings from Virgil’s Aeneid
  • Insightful discussion led by an expert in Latin language and literature

https://www.romanbaths.co.uk/event/latin-day-school-dido-mythical-african-queen-george-sharpley

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