LATIN 438

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Horace

Comparative Arts and Letters College of Humanities

Course Description

In-depth study of the poetry of Horace.

When Taught

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Title

Close Reading in Original Language

Learning Outcome

Successful students will evaluate texts of Horace in the original language and express their understanding in examinations and essays.

Title

Reading Latin with Understanding

Learning Outcome

By approaching texts of Horace successful students will learn techniques of reading Latin verse literature with subtlety and precision.

Title

Critical Method

Learning Outcome

Successful students will understand and apply principles and practice of critical method in all its complexity, with specific reference to the texts of Horace.

Title

Literary History

Learning Outcome

Successful students will understand the place of Horace in the literary history of Classical antiquity, locating him in the larger context of political and cultural history.