Kenneth Dover, a Scholar of Ancient Greek Literature, Dies at 89
Mr. Dover became known for his willingness to break taboos, from his frank descriptions of sexual behavior to his baldly stated desire to bring about the death of a vexing Oxford colleague.
From: NYT > Books
Sunday, 14 March, 2010
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