CL CV 245

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Golden Age of Greece

Comparative Arts and Letters College of Humanities

Course Description

History of Civilization, culture, and daily life of Greece as indicated through its literature, art, history, and archaeology.

When Taught

Winter Odd Years

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Note

All readings in English.

Title

Classical Greece and Western Cultural Development

Learning Outcome

Successful students will learn how Classical Greek literature, philosophy, warfare, religion, and art have influenced the development of later western culture.

Title

Greek Golden Age

Learning Outcome

Through the careful exploration of the humanities and history of the Greeks in their so-called Golden Age (fifth and fourth centuries BC) successful students will develop a greater understanding of Classical Greek culture, literature, and politics.

Title

Classical Text Critical Analysis

Learning Outcome

Successful students will develop a greater ability to evaluate a Clasical text (in translation) critically and intelligently.