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Mixed Lecture/Discussion
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Medium intensity
As classical mythology is often the gateway into mythological studies, so too will this course be your gateway into classical mythology. We will explore the mythology of the Greco-Roman world in broad strokes, familiarizing ourselves with gods and heroes, before ending the module by dabbling in a bit of comparative mythological study. In doing so, we'll look at excerpts from a few classical authors (in translation), as well as some artifacts and possibly even some historical sites.
Session Outline
Session Outline
- Session 1: Welcome to Classical Mythology Lecture
- Session 2: Discussion about the Myths of the Twelve(ish) Olympians
- Session 3: Living in a World of Humans and Gods Lecture
- Session 4: Discussion about Myths of Love & Daring
- Session 5: Heroes & Demigods Lecture
- Session 6: Discussion about Myths of Herakles
- Session 7: Comparative Mythology Lecture
- Session 8: Discussion about Mythic Forms and Archetypes
Required Texts
Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton; Classical Gods and Heroes by Rhoda A. Hendricks
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