CLAS 206 - Peregrinations:Travel in Antique Lands

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

This course will study the many ways in which both classical and modern authors have treated the theme of the journey. Epic poets, like Homer and Virgil, described their heroes' journeys for very special purposes. Writers of satire, like Horace and Petronius, had different artistic purposes. Modern writers like Nikos Kazantzakis and Henry Miller have followed in the footsteps of the ancient and written reflections on their experiences in the ancient lands. This course will usually be taught in conjunction with a trip to lands once known to Greeks and Romans. The particular readings, especially the modern ones, will be chosen to connect with the itinerary of the course. Students will read, analyze and discuss both the ancient and the modern works. In their journals, students will connect the reading with the sites visited and will themselves practice different forms of travel writing. Same as FLET 206. Offered alternate years. Three hours. Mr. McCaffrey.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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