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LAT 261
Medieval Latin
LAT 261 SP
Crosslistings: MDST261
Next Offered in 9899 SP
An introduction to Latin literature of Late Antiquity and
the Middle Ages. Topics discussed will include the
development of the Latin language; the classical tradition;
medieval biography and hagiography; the theme of love in the
Latin literature of the Middle Ages.
MAJOR READINGS
THE PASSION OF PERPETUA
Hrothsvitha, PAFNUTIUS, DULCITIUS
The poems of VANANTIUS FORTUNATUS, and selections from the
works of the historians GREGORY OF TOURS and BEDE, Einhard's
LIFE OF CHARLEMAGNE, William Fitzstephen's LIFE OF THOMAS
BECKET, the correspondence of Abelard and Heloise, and the
great lyric poets: the Archpoet, the Cambridge Songs, and
the CARMINA BURANA.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Two take-home exams and one
long paper, and in-class discussion and reports. About 5
pages of Latin to prepare each week, and reading in
secondary texts.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Students should
normally have taken a 200 level Latin course or the
equivalent. In doubtful cases consult the instructor.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion 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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