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LAT 261
Medieval Latin: Martyrs, Kings, Saints and Lovers
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; medieval biography and
hagiography; the representation of the individual; the theme
of love in the Latin literature of the Middle Ages.
MAJOR READINGS
THE PASSION OF PERPETUA
Hrothsvitha, PAFNUTIUS, DULCITIUS
Selections from the works of the poet Venantius Fortunatus,
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 lyric and
satirical poetry of the ARCHPOET the CAMBRIDGE SONGS and the
CARMINA BURANA.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
One take-home exam, one short
paper, and one long paper, plus 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.
Regular attendance is expected.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion Seminar
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level: UG Credit: 1.00
Gen Ed Area & Dept: HA CLAS
Prerequisites:
None
Last Updated on MAR-03-1998
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