CLAS0331Z-S25
Sparta And Athens
Discussion
Sparta and Athens
For over 200 years, Athens and Sparta were recognized as the most powerful Greek city-states, and yet one was a democracy (Athens), the other an oligarchy (Sparta). One promoted the free and open exchange of ideas (Athens); one tried to remain closed to outside influence (Sparta). This course studies the two city-states from the myths of their origins through their respective periods of hegemony to their decline as imperial powers. The goal is to understand the interaction between political success and intellectual and cultural development in ancient Greece. 2 hrs. lect., 1 hr. disc.
For over 200 years, Athens and Sparta were recognized as the most powerful Greek city-states, and yet one was a democracy (Athens), the other an oligarchy (Sparta). One promoted the free and open exchange of ideas (Athens); one tried to remain closed to outside influence (Sparta). This course studies the two city-states from the myths of their origins through their respective periods of hegemony to their decline as imperial powers. The goal is to understand the interaction between political success and intellectual and cultural development in ancient Greece. 2 hrs. lect., 1 hr. disc.
- Term:
- Spring 2025
- Location:
- Twilight Hall 206(AXT 206)
- Schedule:
- 11:15am-12:05pm on Friday (Feb 10, 2025 to May 12, 2025)
- Type:
- Discussion
- Course Modality:
- In-Person
- Instructors:
- Jane Chaplin
- Subject:
- Classics
- Department:
- Classics
- Division:
- Humanities
- Requirements Fulfilled:
- Levels:
- Undergraduate
- Cross-Listed As:
- HIST0331Z-S25
- Availability:
- View availability, prerequisites, and other requirements.
- Course Reference Number (CRN):
- 22432
- Subject Code:
- CLAS
- Course Number:
- 0331
- Section Identifier:
- Z