107-162 Roman Lyric

This is an Intermediate Level Latin subject.

A study score of at least 25 in VCE Latin or an approved equivalent. Students enrolled in this subject must have completed or be currently enrolled in 107-158 Intermediate Latin Language B, or have completed two of the following: 107-254 Intermediate Latin A, 107-255 Intermediate Latin B, 107-256 Intermediate Latin C, 107-257 Intermediate Latin D.

This subject examines the varied genre of Roman lyric poetry through close study of a text, or selection of texts, by authors such as Catullus and Horace. Adapting Greek lyric meters and themes, Roman poets employed the genre to explore issues of friendship, sexual desire, politics and the relationship between public and private life. Drinking songs, love poems, harsh invective, solemn prayers and moralising diatribes sit side by side in collections of dazzling variety. Students who complete this subject should be familiar with the range of Latin lyric style and subject matter, understand the genre's relationship to the Greek lyric tradition, and be able to identify Roman lyric's characteristic themes.

• be skilled in critical thinking and analysis;

• possess effective written communication skills;

• have an understanding of social, ethical and cultural context.

For 1st, 2nd and 3rd year: A 1200 word seminar paper 30%, (due during the semester); an assessment text equivalent to 1000 words 25%, (due at the end of semester); and a 1800 word essay 45%, (due in the examination period). For 4th year: A 2000 word seminar presentation 40%, (due during the semester); an assessment text equivalent to 1000 words 20%, (due at the end of semester); and a 2000 word essay 40%, (due in the examination period).

• Horace, Odes. ed. K Quinn, Briston Classics Press 1996.