Course objectives:

To examine the history and politics of the late Roman Republic as seen through the literature (Sallust, Cicero and Caesar, etc.; a specific author will be selected).

Learning outcomes:

1) to become understand the importance and complexities of the Roman Republic

2) to become aware of the importance of primary documentation and its various (sometimes contradictory) interpretations by secondary authors

3) to become confident in your ability to read primary and secondary materials and to create your own critical interpretation of Republican culture.

Requirements:

LAT*2000

Restrictions:

None

Textbooks:

TBA

Method of presentation:

Three (3) classroom hours

Evaluation method:

TBA

More information about the courses can be found in the Undergraduate Calendar [1]