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Sport and Spectacle in Greece and Rome

Description:
This course will examine the competitive games of antiquity-especially athletics, chariot racing, and gladiatorial combat-and analyze the place they had in the religious and cultural lives of Greeks and Romans. Topics include athletic training, the Pan-Hellenic festivals, praise poetry, prizes, professionalism, nudity, the participation of women, amphitheaters, and the cult of violence in Rome.

Section Class Number Weekly Schedule Time Instructor Location
01 4560 MWF 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM Carlon,Jacqueline M W02-0158 More Info