GRS 200

Greek and Roman Mythology

Units: 1.5, Hours: 3-0 or 2-0-1

A study of Greek and Roman myths, in the context of the culture and thought of Greece and Rome. Literary and artistic sources will be used to establish and analyze the nature and function of myths in these cultures. Topics include the gods, heroes, local myths political and cultural uses of myths and the origins of the influence of Greek and Roman myths on European culture.

Note: Credit will be granted for only one of 200, CLAS 200.

Prerequisites: None; 100 recommended.

Undergraduate course in Greek and Roman Studies offered by the Department of Greek and Roman Studies in the Faculty of Humanities.