CLASSICS 385

Classical Tragedy


Please note: this is archived course information from 2020 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.

Availability 2020

Not offered in 2020; planned for 2021

Lecturer(s)

TBA

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