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The Classical Association Leeds & District branch talk: Professor Matthew Leigh on 'Dido, Carthage, and Aeneas'

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Curious about Dido, Carthage and Aeneas? Join Professor Matthew Leigh (University of Oxford) to explore Aeneid IV, deepen your A‑Level knowledge, and connect classical literature with modern interpretation—perfect for students wanting to boost study skills and uni/career insight.

This Leeds & District branch talk from The Classical Association features Professor Matthew Leigh of the University of Oxford discussing Dido, Carthage, and Aeneas, with particular attention to the A Level and Classical Civilisation set text Aeneid IV. It is a subject-focused lecture for anyone interested in classical literature, ancient history, and the ways in which the Aeneid is studied and interpreted.

The event takes place at the Parkinson Building at the University of Leeds and runs as an evening session with time for an hour-long talk. It is especially relevant to students working on classical civilisation or A Level classical texts, as well as teachers and enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of Virgil’s epic and its themes.

Attendees can contact the local branch by email with any queries.

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Professor Matthew Leigh (University of Oxford)

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01 Oct 2026 – 01 Oct 2026

Professor Matthew Leigh talk

Duration: 1 hour

Location

In-person
Leeds, United Kingdom
Parkinson Building, University of Leeds

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