LATN 1110P S02 [CRN: 25894]
We shall read closely Books 1 and 2 plus further selections from all ten books of Lucan's epic. Focus will be on translation of the Latin as well as consideration of the poem in its literary and historical context, Neronian Rome. Topics of discussion will include Lucan's choice and treatment of his historical subject (the Civil War between Caesar and Pompey), his use of highly rhetorical (and often gruesome) language, and his relationship with the epic tradition and, more specifically, with his most significant epic predecessor, Vergil. We shall also read the entire poem in English translation.
- Term
- Spring 2013
- Credit Hours
- 1.0
- Maximum Enrollment
- 999
- Primary Instructor
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- Meetings
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11:00 am - 11:50 am Mon, Wed, Fri - from Jan 23, 2013 to May 17, 2013
- Exam Group Code
- 04 (May 16, 2013 2:00pm)
