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GRK 212

Homer: The ILIAD
GRK 212 FA

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Next Offered in 9899 FA

Class discussion will focus on major concerns of current Homeric scholarship, among them theories of oral composition, the epic tradition in Greek literature, Homeric society and values, the nature of Homeric heros, Homeric myth and religion.

MAJOR READINGS

Benner, Selections from Homer's ILIAD

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Continuous readings in Greek and English of the ILIAD, several short papers, take-home essay, midterm and final.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

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-03-1998

About the Photo:

The apotheosis of Homer, a relief made in Asia Minor circa 200 B.C.

Reference:

Browning, Robert, THE GREEK WORLD, Japan: Thames and Hudson Inc., 1985


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