LAT2411 – Latin Epistolography

Schedule, syllabus and examination date

Course content

This subject offers an introduction to Roman epistolography, as well as its historical and social contexts. It also acquaints students with the language used in the texts under study. We read a selection of letters written in Latin by authors such as Pliny and Cicero (approximately 40-60 pages, depending on the level of difficulty). Additionally, we will examine and discuss secondary literature relevant to the texts under examination.

Learning outcome

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • independently read and translate the selected Latin texts into Norwegian and/or English and interpret them.
  • discuss the development of the genre and provide examples of its distinctive features.
  • identify and analyse the distinctive stylistic features of the author(s) of the Latin texts and elucidate their role in shaping the texts.
  • interpret the Latin syllabus texts considering relevant historical, literary-historical, literary, and/or cultural aspects.
  • discuss aspects of Latin grammar based on the selected texts.

Admission to the course

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If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.

Formal prerequisite knowledge

(or equivalent knowledge - contact the department if you have studied Latin elsewhere)

Teaching

14 two-hours seminars.

We expect you to prepare for the seminars and to participate actively.

In order for you to be allowed to sit for the final examination,?the following compulsory tuition activity must be approved by the teacher:

  • Qualifying midterm test

Approved tuition activity is valid also for the next two semesters in which the course is offered.

Examination

Written examination (4 hours).

Written examinations are carried out in the digital examination system Insper