LAT40010 Advanced Latin Texts

Academic Year 2022/2023

The theme of Advanced Latin Texts is the City of Rome. The city of Rome was an important urban center, and a key theme in the work of Roman writers. In this module you will explore the city and city life through reading extracts from a range of Roman authors, including Martial, Suetonius, Juvenal, Seneca and Pliny the Younger, as well as inscriptions. We will explore writing about the Great Fire of Rome, public buildings, difficulties of life in the city, and public spectacles.

The module is suitable for students who have studied the Latin language for at least two years. It is open to programme students in Latin and also to elective students, international students, and postgraduate students with knowledge of Latin.

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