Introduction to Greek Literature (201-2-2)

Topic

Lysias and Plato

Instructors

Abbe Walker

Meeting Info

Kresge 4364 Classics Sem Rm: Mon, Wed, Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

This course is the second of the second-year Greek series, designed to solidify the grammatical concepts learned in first-year while introducing students to the study of unaltered ancient literary texts. In this course we will focus on ancient Attic prose by reading from Lysias I: On the Murder of Eratosthenes. We will pay close attention to grammar and style, but we will also gain insight into the complexities of ancient Athenian culture, politics, and religion - especially in respect to the ancient legal system.

Class Materials (Required)

Steadman, Geoffrey. Lysias I and Plato's Crito: Greek Text with Facing Vocabulary and Commentary. ISBN 0984306560.

Class Attributes

Reading in the language, discussion in English
Specific requirements in the language
SoC Humanities and Fine Arts Distro