Classics 258 - Cities And Sanctuaries in The Greco- Roman World

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Macalester College

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Description:

This course examines the development and the architecture of ancient cities and sanctuary sites, as well as the archaeological methods used to uncover them. The course focuses on the political, ideological, and religious importance of art, architecture and landscape, and how scholars interpret the inhabited environment. The political use of space, the city as an institution, and the interpretation of material culture are prominent issues in the course. Prerequisite: 123 Introduction to Archaeology, 160 Introduction to Classical Art, 155 January in Rome, or permission of the instructor. Alternate years. (4 credits)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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