FYEC - FYEC 183-184 Medieval Muses

Institution:

Randolph-Macon College

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Literature and art in the Middle Ages form a busy intersection for a host of human preoccupations: love, adventure, war, family life, commerce, the natural world of plants and animals, politics, philosophy, religion, and beauty, to name some medieval concerns that have persisted into the twentyfirst century. Medieval Muses will explore this intersection. The literature course will focus on the romance, a popular and flexible form in the Middle Ages both for both Arthurian and classical legends. The art history course will explore certain themes that were central to the experiences of peoples in Europe and the Byzantine Empire from the 4th to the 13th century. By analyzing the visual evidence in the high arts of painting, sculpture and architecture, as well as the lesser media of manuscript illumination, stained glass design and embroidery, we will venture to understand the impact of saints and devils in daily life and afterlife, the education and social position of men and women, the function of rulers, priests and the church, the lives of the rich and famous, but also of everyday peoples, all of whom contributed to the remarkably diverse expression of the Middle Ages. Primary and secondary texts will be central to our investigations as they provide us most valuable context through which we can reconstruct fully the period. Area of Knowledge requirements met: one Literature course and one Arts course Arts and Literature area. Four hours each semester. Ms. Goodwin, Ms. Terrono.

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4.00

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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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