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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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