Classics

Analysis of the phonology, morphology and syntax of the Ancient Greek language; of the main features of the Greek dialects and their role in the creation of literary languages. Reading and literary, linguistic, and philological commentary of selected Ancient Greek texts.

Good knowledge of Greek and Latin (grammar and translation) as developed after two years of the curriculum in Classics

S. Colvin, A Brief Introduction to Ancient Greek, Chichester 2014. R. Palmer, The Greek Language, 1972. C.D. Buck, The Greek Dialects, Chicago 1955. D.J. Mastrondarde, Introduction to Attic Greek, Berkeley 2013. The original text of Greek ancient literature and inscriptions will be uploaded on Classroom

In-person, not compulsory. The non-attending students should contact the Professor for an ad hoc syllabus. At any rate, refer to Classroom for the details of the program

Oral examination and written examination, i.e. translation from Greek and Latin to English)

In-person classes