CLASSICS 385

Classical Tragedy


Please note: this is archived course information from 2017 for CLASSICS 385.

Description

Tragedy as a concept, a means of interpreting events and a literary genre is central to the ancient Greeks’ way of constructing their world. Through a close reading of a selection of ancient dramas, this course will explore the nature and interpretation of tragedy with particular reference to Aristotle’s Poetics.

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Availability 2017

Semester 2

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Associate Professor Anne Mackay

Points

CLASSICS 385: 15 points

Prerequisites

15 points at Stage II in Classical Studies or Ancient History, or 30 points at Stage II in Greek, Latin or Drama

Restrictions

CLASSICS 285