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The Greek lyric tradition is one of the richest and most varied in ancient literature, ranging from poems of desire to political commentary, myth, invective and reflections on the human condition.
What will we cover?
This year we will be undertaking the exciting project of reading the whole of Aeschylus’ Oresteia, the only full trilogy of tragic plays to survive from the ancient world, in the original Greek. In the first term we will be looking at Agamemnon, which sees the victorious Greek leader return from Troy only to be killed by his wife and her lover. We will explore points of language and style, as well as discussing the play’s themes and the historical and dramatic context.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
read and translate unadapted Greek texts with confidence and enjoyment
demonstrate an extensive knowledge of the authors’ vocabulary and style
appreciate some of the themes and language used in the works
compare stylistic differences across various authors and historical periods
demonstrate a robust knowledge of Ancient Greek grammar
have a deeper understanding of the world of Ancient Greece.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
You should have studied Ancient Greek for at least 5 years or have an equivalent advanced knowledge. These are challenging authors, so students should have some experience of reading unadapted Greek texts including verse. Extensive linguistic help will be provided throughout. As this course is taught in English, please read the outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support with your English skills to help you take part fully in this class.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
The course combines whole-class discussion work with pair and group work. Depending on students’ wish, grammar instructions and exercises may also be given. Each week students will be assigned passages to translate at home prior to each class. Students are expected to do a couple of hours’ homework per week and participate in oral classroom activities.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Recommended edition is The Agamemnon of Aeschylus: A Commentary for Students, ed. D. Raeburn and O. Thomas (Oxford University Press: 2011).
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