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Course Description
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Course Name
Homer and Herodotus
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Host University
University College Dublin
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Location
Dublin, Ireland
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Area of Study
Classics
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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ECTS Credits
5 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits2.5 - 3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units3.75 - 4.5
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This module is an introduction to ancient Greek literature and history. Homer?s Iliad and Odyssey (c. 700 B.C.), dealing with the mythical Trojan war, are the foundation of Greek and Western literature. The lectures will discuss the structure, characters, and main themes of the two works, with special reference to the epic heroes Achilles and Odysseus. Herodotus, because of his Histories (c. 430 B.C.), has been called the ?father of history? but also the ?father of lies?. Ostensibly the work?s focus is on the historical Persian Wars, but in fact it is about so much more. It is one of the most entertaining books from antiquity and is generally agreed to be a masterpiece by all who read it. Tutorial classes will encourage students to develop their skills in analysis and evaluation of the texts. The module requires no previous knowledge of Homer or Herodotus, and all three texts are studied in translation
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