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Loeb at First Sight: The Classics Come in Red and Green
Since 1912, the Loeb Classical Library has brought Latin and Greek literature to millions. The books’ distinctive, restrained design is part of their enduring appeal. By Amanda Kolson Hurley, Superscript September 17, 2013
As a student at Harvard, James Loeb (1867–1933) wanted to become a classical archaeologist until one of his professors warned him that the field was not welcoming to Jews. He joined his family’s business instead. It was only decades later, when he was a philanthropist living in Europe, that he hit upon the idea that would make him the great democratizer of classical studies.