FYSM 188 - When All Roads Lead to the Sea:A Venetian Journey

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Trinity College

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From the Orient Express to espresso, the city of Venice conjures images of mystery, intrigue, romance and passion. For 1,000 years, this unique island city was the main crossroad between East and West and one of the richest centers of commerce in the world. This seminar takes an interdisciplinary approach in examining a wide range of questions including: How did Venice's commerce with the East and its control of the Mediterranean influence its art and architecture What projects are currently underway to save the city from the sea What are the religious and political implications of the famous carnival How was the Jewish ghetto formed and what role did it play in Venetian society How did Venice manage to maintain an independent republic for nearly 1,000 years These and many other questions will be answered as we journey through Venice's past reading the private journal of Fra Mauro (a 16th century monk and Venetian mask maker), visiting museums in Boston and New York, reading the poems of a 16th century Venetian courtesan and poetess, listening to Venetian music, and exploring resources on the Internet. The seminar will emphasize the development of analytical reading, discussion, and writing skills. Conditions permitting, the seminar will culminate in a trip to Venice in spring 2004. (Not a requirement for participating in the seminar.) 1.00 units, Seminar

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1.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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