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GRS443 - The Athenian Empire

Description

Study of Athenian history from the Persian Wars until the end of the Peloponnesian War, focusing on her hegemony in the Eastern Mediterranean and rivalry with Sparta. Topics include the nature of the Athenian Empire, the Pentekontaetia, the social, economic and cultural importance of Athenian democracy, the Periclean building program, the Athenian theatrical festivals and the conduct of the Peloponnesian war.

Units

1.5

Hours: lecture-lab-tutorial

3-0-0

Prerequisites

  • Complete 1 of:
    • GRS331 - Greek History from the Bronze Age to Alexander (1.5)
    • GRS462 - Archaeology of Athens (1.5)
  • or permission of the department.

Course offered by

Department of Greek and Roman Studies

Course schedules

Summer timetable available: February 15. Fall and Spring timetables available: May 15.

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