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2. Course Overview
Comprehensive Description: Students will read selections from the Greek Anthology, a collection of Greek poetry spanning many centuries, and including authors such as Callimachus, Nossis, Gregory of Nazianzus, and Palladas. These poems are typically short, not too difficult, and most importantly, beautiful. They cover a range of genres: some are love poems, others devotional. Some contain grave ethical teachings, others are simply hilarious. One of them (σκηνὴ πᾶς ὁ βίος) anticipates Shakespeare’s “All the world’s a stage” by over a millennium. In reading these poems, we will appreciate the variety of Ancient Greek poetic artistry, along with getting a chance to practice reciting and memorizing poems in a variety of meters.
3. Proficiency & Requirements
Language Level:
Framework Reference: If a student can comfortably read chapter 9 of Athenaze, this class is for them.
General Description: Late-beginners to intermediate students. No experience speaking Greek is necessary, but basic/beginner level reading comprehension is required.
Estimated Self-Study Time:
Time Commitment: Students can expect to spend 2-4 Hours of studying per week for this class in order to be properly prepared for each session.
Preparation Type: Students will be expected to read through the assigned text before each class, coming to class ready to discuss and ask questions about difficult or otherwise remarkable passages.
4. Materials & Bibliography
Required Textbooks:
Primary Text:The Greek Anthology (Selections will be provided by the teacher, so the student does not need to purchase a text unless they want a physical copy).
Disclaimer: "The acquisition of the physical or digital textbook is mandatory for course attendance. Please ensure you have your copy before the first session."
Further Reading:
A digital version is available here: https://anthologiagraeca.org/
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