Introduction to Ancient Greek Literature

Harvard FAS

Greek 10 is dedicated to close reading and analysis of Ancient Greek literary texts, both prose and poetry, beginning at an intermediate pace. You will hone your Ancient Greek linguistic skills by reading authentic texts (e.g., Plato, Euripides, Homer, and Herodotus) and thereby improve your command of the language. By reading original Ancient Greek texts you will also be introduced to the literature and culture of Ancient Greece, while developing an appreciation for features of style, genre,…