Life and Leisure in Ancient Rome

3 Credits

Presents a survey of the social and cultural history of Ancient Rome. Seeks to answer such questions as how the Romans organized their day, what they ate and wore, the nature of family life, education, religion, and entertainment. Introduces the methodology of ancient history and the critical analysis of a wide variety of historical source materials, including inscriptions, as well as the interpretation of classical texts. Archeological evidence, including art and architecture, will also be examined. Field trips to historical sites and museums in Rome and at Ostia Antica will be used to reanimate ancient Roman history.