Advanced Studies in Ancient Epic in Translation
Classics · 3 hrs Lecture
Offered: Every Third Year
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CLAS-4754 prerequisites
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Description
Students read works of ancient epic in translation by important ancient authors (e.g., Homer, Apollonius, Vergil, Ovid, Lucan, Statius). They are introduced to the literary characteristics of the genre of epic, its specific language, content, and its modes of representation, especially simile and metaphor. This course also considers the historical context for the composition of epic. Students at the advanced level work closely with challenging and fragmentary sources and their scholarly interpretation, especially sophisticated theoretical approaches.
Requisite courses
At least 3 credit hours in any Classics course [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Honours Form Required. Department Chair Perm Required. Students may not hold credit for this course and CLAS-3754 | ENGL-3754.
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