This elective course provides an introduction to ancient Greek and the history, culture, and literature of ancient Greece. No previous knowledge of Greek or Latin is assumed, though interested students should have some experience in the study of another language.
Objectives
In this course we aim to master the basics of ancient Greek, while learning a good deal about the ancient Greeks, and gaining a healthy appreciation for the mark this culture has made on our own.
Texts
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Athenaze: An Introduction to Ancient Greek Book I by M. Balme and G. Lawall
- The Greeks by Ian Morris and Barry Powell
Grading
Grades are figured from regular quizzes and periodic tests on chapters, and performance on the mid-year and final exams. Those students receiving Theology credit for their year’s work write a paper on a topic of ancient philosophy.