Worth Imitating

The transcript explores the evolution of the Greek language from the 7th to the 21st century, highlighting the differences between spoken and written language changes. It emphasizes the conservative nature of languages with strong literary traditions, using Greek and Arabic as examples. The discussion includes the influence of ancient authors like Thucydides and Lucian on Byzantine writers. The speaker shares personal insights on literary heroes, particularly Lucian, and the aspiration to write undetectably as a non-native speaker.

Who is Lucian and why is he considered a literary hero by the speaker?

What advice did the speaker receive regarding writing in a foreign language?