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LAT 253
The Roman Historians
LAT 253 FA
Next Offered in 9899 FA
The course will be devoted to studying the principles and
methods of Latin historiography. Students will read
selections in latin from the major Roman historians,
especially Sallust, Livy, and Tacitus and both ancient and
modern discussions of the writing of history. Special
attention will be paid to the role of narrative and
description in history.
MAJOR READINGS
Selections from Roman Historians (in Latin)
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Preparation of assignments in
Latin for each class and regular secondary readings, two
short papers and at least one translation exam.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Student should
normally have taken at least one Latin course at the 200
level. In doubtful cases consult the instructor.
Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting
or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the
first class, they will be dropped from the class list.
NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form
to the Registrar's Office.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Language Instruction Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA CLAS
Prerequisites:
None
Last Updated on MAR-10-1997
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