CLAS 111. Ancient Athletics in Greece and Rome. 4 Credits.
This course explores the role of sports, games and athletics in the lives of the ancient Greeks and Romans. Beginning with the disciplines of the ancient Olympic festivals in Greece, we consider the way these were interwoven with the development of Greek thought, society, warfare and politics, especially the democratic polis. We also consider the role of spectacular entertainments such as chariot racing and gladiatorial combat in imperial Rome.
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Arts Letters Area
Cultural Literacy: Global Perspectives