2009 Course Handbook
AHST101: Myth in the Ancient World
This unit is an introduction to Greek, Roman, and Near-Eastern society and culture through the study of myth. The unit begins from the earliest creation myths and examines the development of myth in literature and art. The study is largely based upon Greek and Latin texts in translation as well as the representation of myth in art; Near-Eastern and biblical texts will be studied too. The unit focuses on the relevance of key themes in myth to the cultures in which the myths arose, investigating their roles in the religious, political and social life of the classical world.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| Contact Hours: | 3 |
| When Offered: |
D2 - Day; Offered in the second half-year
X2 - External study; Offered in the second half-year (On Campus session: No session) |
| Staff Contact: | Dr Ian Plant |
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| Unit Designations: | -- |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: |
Department of Ancient History |
Timetable Information
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