LIT 263 - The Epic: Gods and Monsters

Institution:

Wheelock College

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Description:

Introduces students to the epic poems of the ancient world. Topics include changing nature of heroism, oral vs. literate poetry, social function of the epic, myth and epic, representation of evil and the monstrous, and gender. Considers the historical and cultural contexts in which epics were written. Satisfies General Education Literature requirement. Integrated Humanities course.) Intermediate.

Credits:

4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheelock.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 879-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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