CLASSICS 214

Special Topic: Leadership in Greece and Rome

Please note: this is archived course information from 2020 for CLASSICS 214.

Description

Tyrants, queens, generals and consuls: this course explores the representation of leadership in Greco-Roman literature. It explains and discusses the depiction of leaders, leadership and “the people” across a range of genres. How was leadership constructed according to ancient social and cultural norms? How did heroism relate to leadership? Do modern societies still reflect ancient ideals of leadership?

Assessment

Coursework + Exam

Availability 2020

Not taught in 2020

Lecturer(s)

TBA

Points

CLASSICS 214: 15 points

Prerequisites

15 points at Stage I in Ancient History, Classical Studies, or GREEK 101 or LATIN 101, and 30 points passed

Restrictions

CLASSICS 314