ENGL-37543 credit hours

Ancient Epic in Translation

English · 3 hrs Lecture

Offered: Fall Or Winter, Every Third Year

Hard to catch. Runs only once every three years, and the calendar doesn't say which, confirm the next offering with the department before counting on it.

No prerequisites listed, you can take this course without prior coursework.

Description

By reading works of ancient epic in translation by important ancient authors (e.g., Homer, Apollonius, Vergil, Ovid, Lucan, Statius), students are introduced to the literary characteristics of the genre and their strategic deployment. The literary and historical contexts of specific epics are discussed in order to make their cultural significance clear.

Restrictions

Students may not hold credit for this course and CLAS-3754 or CLAS-4754.

Cross-listed

CLAS-3754(3).

Lecture

From the 2026-27 undergraduate calendar. Always verify details on WebAdvisor or with an academic advisor before registering.