Greek: Classical Greek Language Club
[OLE0921]

Geraldine O'Neill, BA, MA, PhD  

Autumn 2024  

20 weekly sessions on Wednesdays 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm, starting 25 September  

If you have a good understanding of Classical Greek grammar and an interest in the world of ancient Greece, then you will enjoy this course. This year we will read Aeschylus' 'Persians'. This play is significant for two reasons: it is the earliest extant Greek tragedy [472 B.C.] and deals with the battle of Salamis [480 B.C.] in which the poet Aeschylus himself fought. It is set in the court of the king of Persia as they await news of the battle. As well as dealing with translation and points of grammar, we will discuss the portrayal of Athens at this pivotal moment in its history and the development of Greek-Barbarian identity.

  Textbook: 'Aeschylus Persians', edited with commentary by Edith Hall, (Aris & Phillips). 

Fee £184.00 (concession rate £132.00)  

20 CATS Points (Level 1)  

This class will take place on QUB campus

Concession: The concession rate is available for those who are in receipt of State Benefits (including pension), or are full-time students, part or full-time Queen’s students or are members of University staff holding a valid staff card:

Course: Full RateConcession Rate