Natalie Haynes Stands Up for the Classics | S6E4: Penelope

Duration: 27'08''

Synopsis

Natalie Haynes tells stories of Penelope, the clever woman and perfect wife behind The Odyssey. With Professors Edith Hall and Llewelyn Morgan.

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