Ancient Epic in Translation

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) By reading works of ancient epic in translation by important ancient authors (e.g., Homer, Apollonius, Vergil, Ovid, Lucan, Statius), students are introduced to the literary characteristics of the genre and their strategic deployment. The literary and historical contexts of specific epics are discussed in order to make their cultural significance clear. Cross-listed: ENGL-3754(3). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and CLAS-4754 or ENGL-3754.