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Academic Year 2004/2005


Horace, Odes and Epodes
LAT 241 SP

In this course, through a close reading of Horace's lyric poetry, we will seek to understand the nature of Horatian lyric, its formal qualities and thematic preoccupations. I will encourage students to become aware of the critical methodologies that have been brought to bear on the ODES by selected readings in secondary literature. We will also consider the modern reception of these poems and the problems they present for a translator as a further attempt to understand their special qualities.

MAJOR READINGS

Horace, THE ODES and selected EPODES
Selected secondary readings.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

A sequence of three short papers, as exercises in practical criticism and a longer final paper; occasional in-class reports; reading assignments (in Latin) each week.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Students should normally have taken at least one Latin course at the 200- level or the equivalent. In doubtful cases, consult instructor. Regular attendance is required.

COURSE FORMAT: Seminar

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA CLAS    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE

SECTION 01

Instructor(s): Roberts,Michael J.   
Times: .M.W... 01:10PM-02:30PM;     Location: FISK412;
Reserved Seats:    (Total Limit: UNL)

Special Attributes:
Curricular Renewal:    Writing
Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005


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