Myth in the Ancient World - AHIS140
Gain an understanding of Greek, Roman and Near-Eastern society and culture through the study of myth. You will begin with the earliest creation myths, examining the development of myth in literature and art. The unit 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 also be studied. 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 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus dates: None) S3 External - Session 3, December 2017 - February 2018, External (On-campus dates: None) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Ian Plant |
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| NCCW(s): | AHST101 |
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| Unit Type: | People unit |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Ancient History Faculty of Arts |
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