LIT1433 Readings in Ancient Literature

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

This course thoroughly examines key works from classical Greek and Roman literature. Through critically analyzing these texts, students will gain insight into how their literature reflects and shapes ancient societies and cultures. Furthermore, the course will explore the enduring influence of classical literature on contemporary understanding of these civilizations.

Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, focusing on how the period’s prose, poetry, and drama reveal these societies’ beliefs, values, and daily life. By engaging with these texts, students will gain a window into the past and explore how these literary works continue to inform modern perspectives on ancient cultures.

Key Topics Include

  • Extend the Capability to Read Texts Relative to History: Develop a deeper understanding of classical texts within the historical and cultural frameworks in which they were produced.
  • Identify Connections to Social and Cultural Classifications: Recognize how classical texts intertwine ancient civilizations’ social hierarchies, institutions, and organizations.
  • Amplify Understanding of Literary Fashions in Classical Literature: Gain a nuanced appreciation of classical literature’s literary styles, genres, and conventions and their enduring influence.
  • Appreciate Greek and Roman Standards of Beauty and Expression: Explore classical ideals of beauty, expression, and aesthetics, understanding them within the cultural and philosophical contexts of the time.
  • Examine the Correlations Between Classical and Later Literary Creation: Investigate how classical literature has influenced later literary movements, shaping both form and content in subsequent eras.
  • Augment the Capacity to Probe a Literary Text: Strengthen analytical skills by probing the layers of meaning in classical texts, considering themes, language, and historical significance.
  • Expand Knowledge of the Roots of Society: Deepen understanding of how classical literature informs modern societal structures, values, and cultural norms, tracing the historical roots of contemporary civilization.

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