Greek Literature Ma
A.Y. 2021/2022
Learning objectives
Learning goal of this course is to provide the students with the methodological skills for an advanced approach - in terms of textual comprehension and literary interpretation - to the Greek literature (from the Archaic to the Greek-Roman period), through the discussion of some case studies.
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge: students are expected to gain a complete control of the historic development of the Greek literature and a deep knowledge of the literary genres (formal patterns, contents, socio-cultural impact); they are also expected to know the main lines of the scholarly discussion, at least over the last decades.
Ability: students will be able to read in Greek all the texts of the Greek literature and to discuss them with critical attitude by placing them in their historical, literary and cultural contexts; students will be also familiar with the bibliographic databases and with the most useful tools of humanistic informatics.
Ability: students will be able to read in Greek all the texts of the Greek literature and to discuss them with critical attitude by placing them in their historical, literary and cultural contexts; students will be also familiar with the bibliographic databases and with the most useful tools of humanistic informatics.
Lesson period: Second semester
Assessment methods: Esame
Assessment result: voto verbalizzato in trentesimi
Single course
This course cannot be attended as a single course. Please check our list of single courses to find the ones available for enrolment.
Course syllabus and organization
Single session
Responsible
Lesson period
Second semester
Depending on covid-19 restrictions, lectures might be held remotely, both sinchronously (Microsoft Teams) and asinchronously (Ariel virtual environment)
All relevant information (links to lectures, schedule updates, bibliography) will be made available on Ariel.
All relevant information (links to lectures, schedule updates, bibliography) will be made available on Ariel.
Course syllabus
Storytelling and romance
Section A: The Odyssey
Section B: The pre-sophistic novel (Chariton and Xenophon of Ephesus)
Section C: The literary novel (Achilles Tatius, Longus and Heliodorus)
All lectures are research-led, both because the module convenor will share his research with the students and because promoting a research-oriented approach will be a primary goal. Typically, the convenor will offer lectures designed to develop analytical skills in the field of Greek literature based on a range of methodologies (textual criticism, ancient and modern reception, intertextuality and so forth).
Section A: The Odyssey
Section B: The pre-sophistic novel (Chariton and Xenophon of Ephesus)
Section C: The literary novel (Achilles Tatius, Longus and Heliodorus)
All lectures are research-led, both because the module convenor will share his research with the students and because promoting a research-oriented approach will be a primary goal. Typically, the convenor will offer lectures designed to develop analytical skills in the field of Greek literature based on a range of methodologies (textual criticism, ancient and modern reception, intertextuality and so forth).
Prerequisites for admission
A good acquaintance with Greek language and literature is required.
Teaching methods
All lectures are research-led, both in that the convenor will share his ongoing research with students and because developing a research-oriented approach is a primary goal of the course. Lectures on general themes will introduce and contextualise set texts. The convenor will then take the students through the texts with a view to enhancing their skills at close reading. Occasionally, lectures can also take the form of seminars designed to promote a more interactive environment and direct contributions on the part of the students. All materials will be made available on Ariel.
Teaching Resources
A selection of passages in Greek will be made available on Ariel together with a bibliography and further material. Distance learning students must discuss an alternative programme with the convenor.
Assessment methods and Criteria
Oral examinations aim to test language skill as well as historical and analytical competencies. Typically, students will be required to translate, discuss and contextualise set texts. Marking scheme: 0-30/30. International or Erasmus incoming students are requested to contact the convenor at their earliest convenience. The assessment procedures for students with disabilities and / or with DSA must be discussed with the convenor, in agreement with the relevant Office.
Unita' didattica A
L-FIL-LET/02 - GREEK LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Unita' didattica B
L-FIL-LET/02 - GREEK LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Unita' didattica C
L-FIL-LET/02 - GREEK LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE - University credits: 3
Lessons: 20 hours
Professor(s)
Reception:
By appointment
"Sezione di Filologia Classica", 7 Via Festa del Perdono