GRST 341 - Topics in Latin Literature

Semester Offered: Spring
1 unit(s)

Topic for 2013/14b: Writing on Stone: Roman Documents. This course introduces students to the challenges of reading Latin texts preserved on stone, bronze, and wood. Inscriptions provide a critical source for aspects of Roman history and society that are not always discussed by literary authors. This course covers the practical skills necessary to read and interpret a variety of kinds of inscriptions. In addition, we read and discuss a number of longer inscriptions,paying particular attention to their value as historical documents. Finally, students read, catalog,and edit an unpublished inscription from the FLLAC. Mr. Lott.

Prerequisite(s): two 200-level courses or permission of the instructor.

Two 75-minute periods.

Courses numbered X40-X59 require appropriate reading ability in Latin.