Academic Calendar 2015/2016 - Advanced Readings in Latin Poetry

CLAS 4107  Advanced Readings in Latin Poetry

Prerequisites:

CLAS 3117

Antirequisites:

CLAS 4105

Hours:

Three hours of lecture/seminar per week for one term.

Credits:

3

Description:

In this course the student will conduct an intensive reading and analysis of the work of a specific Latin poet chosen in conjunction with interests of the student in consultation with the professor. Attention will be paid to the unique style and literary qualities and to the biographical and social background of the chosen author. The course is intended to refine the student's ability to read Latin verse and to provide the student with a comprehensive knowledge of their chosen author and the context in which the work was produced.