Father’s Day always brings to mind the misconception many people have about the ancient world: that fathers (or parents more generally) did not love their children as much as we do today. This is not true. It is easy to stereotype historical figures. When we read about ruthless kings or conniving queens, aloof fathers, or cold and calculating warriors, it is very convenient to take these characters at face value. Due, in no small part, to the way it simplifies our narrative. But people rarely fit these stereotypes.
A Spartan Father's Day
A Spartan Father's Day
A Spartan Father's Day
Father’s Day always brings to mind the misconception many people have about the ancient world: that fathers (or parents more generally) did not love their children as much as we do today. This is not true. It is easy to stereotype historical figures. When we read about ruthless kings or conniving queens, aloof fathers, or cold and calculating warriors, it is very convenient to take these characters at face value. Due, in no small part, to the way it simplifies our narrative. But people rarely fit these stereotypes.