CLASSICS 204 - Greek Tragedy

Institution:

Connecticut College

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A reading of the tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides with emphasis on their cultural, political and social values. Study of Aristotle's Poetics and classical theory of literary criticism. Consideration will be given to the origin and development of Greek drama, the ancient Greek stage and the influence of classical tragedy on later literature. R. Moorton

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.connecticutcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 447-1911

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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