Myth in the Ancient World - AHIS140
You will begin with the earliest creation myths, explore myths of gods and goddesses, heroes, Amazons, and monsters, and examine the development of myth in both literature and art. The unit is largely based upon Greek and Latin texts in translation as well as the representation of myth in Greek and Roman art. Egyptian, 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 were retold, investigating the role of myth in the religious, political and social life of the classical world.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day S2 Online - Session 2, Online S3 Online - Session 3, Online |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Ian Plant |
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| NCCW(s): | AHST101, AHIX140 |
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| Unit Type: | People unit |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Ancient History Faculty of Arts |
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