HELLENISTIC IMP LIT: Greek Literature of the Hellenistic and Imperial Periods
Greek 125 Section 1 (4 units)
Hickey, T M
This semester's iteration of the course will focus on the prolific Syrian author Lucian, a selection of whose works we will explore in conjunction with the social and cultural phenomena of so-called Second Sophistic. Readings will include the Somnium, Apologia, De morte Peregrini, and De dea Syria. All texts will be supplied by the instructor. Principal requirements: a 15-page essay and final exam. Undergraduate prerequisites: Greek 100 and either Greek 101, 102, or 105; Greek 120 helpful.
Location: 479 BANCROFT LIB
Times: TTh 9:30-11:00A