Questions of Greek Literature [ LGLOR2541 ]

Students are expected to be familiar with the general history of the Greek literature and to possess a solid knowledge of classical culture. Some knowledge of the ancient Greek language is to be preferred, but not compulsory.
 

The course studies the close relations between literary texts and the society which creates them. The socio-political contexts and the cultural environment of the literary works chosen will be paid a special attention.

The course intends to study either a period, a genre, or an author of Greek literature, or a chosen theme through several works. By the end of the course, the student should be able to advisedly use the concepts and the keys for understanding which were introduced during the class, and to produce a personal and pertinent analysis of a text similar to the ones studied during the year.