Learning objectives
The course offers a technical introduction to textual criticism, enabling
the students to analyse and interpret the critical apparatus of an edition
and focusing the linguistic and stylistic features of the texts, both in
prose and in poetry
Prerequisites
Have earned 12 credits in the subject area of Latin Language and
Literature; those who have already earned 18 credits in this subject area
must pass a preliminary written exam
Course unit content
The ancient concept of progress: Epicurus, Lucretius, Virgil, Seneca.
The concept of progress, that develops in antiquity in opposition to the
theory of recurrent cycles in human history, fluctuates also in ancient
ages between optimism and pessimism. The course focuses on some
significant stages, from Greek antiquity to Roman republic and empire.
Full programme
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Bibliography
L.D. Reynolds, N.G. Wilson, Copisti e Filologi. La tradizione dei classici
dall’antichità ai tempi moderni, Padova 1987
Teaching methods
Oral lesson
Assessment methods and criteria
oral examination
Other information
Classroom lectures and exercises plus weekly tutorials
The exam consists of an interview covering syllabus topics
