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 107-099 Classical Mythology

Note

Formerly available as 104-145. Students who have completed 104-145 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

Credit Points

12.5

HECS Band

1

Coordinator

Dr E Pemberton & Dr C Mackie

Semester

1 (view timetable)

Contact

Two 1-hour lectures and a 1-hour tutorial per week

Subject Description

This subject introduces the Classical myths in (especially) Greek, but also Roman culture, with particular reference to their currency in literature and in the material remains. Some of the main sources dealt with in the subject are Homer's Iliad and Odyssey, Hesiod's Theogony, the Homeric Hymns, Greek Tragedy, and mythical scenes on Greek vases. Students should become familiar with the principal themes and cultural significance of the myths studied and some of the major scholarly approaches to the subject matter.

Assessment

Written work totalling 2000 words and a 2-hour examination.

Prescribed Texts

A subject reader will be available.



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