Classical Mythology

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Studying classical mythology as presented in ancient Greek and Roman epic, drama, and poetry provides a gateway to appreciating over two millennia of literature, art, philosophy, religion, politics and more. Classical mythologys influence cannot be overstated. Knowing these works is an essential part of understanding what we are as human beings. Students will read some of the essential works of classical mythology, including such works as Hesiod's Theogony, Homer's Odyssey, Aeschylus' Agamemnon, Sophocles' Oedipus Rex, Virgil's Aeneid, and Ovid's Metamorphoses. Components: Class GE: HA Humanities & Arts, HA-H Humanities Prereqs/Coreqs: P: ENGLISH 1230 Typically Offered: Occasionally