Introduction to Neo-Latin
Course
In London
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Location
London
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Different dates available
This is an introductory and practical course for those new to the science of botany. By examining specimens and illustrations students will appreciate the structure and function of different parts of the plant and learn about classification systems. The course will be of interest to gardeners but it is not an horticultural course.
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About this course
- Feel confident navigating your way around the idioms of early modern texts
- feel more confident with classical Latin for the Latin of this period is very classical (rather than medieval) in texture.
- be able to identify intertextual references
- have a good sense of classical reception.
Reviews
Subjects
- Latin
- Acupuncture
- Hypnotherapy
- Reiki
- Alexander Technique
- Yoga
- Geology
- 3d training
- 3D
- Botany
Course programme
We will look at passages written by writers from Europe, from Thomas More to Erasmus and Petrarch to Milton and many others. We will also consider the broader literary and historical context.
Homework will be set (between 2-3 hours per week). no. Other Latin literature courses. General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Student Centre and Library on Monday to Friday from 12:00 – 19:00. See the course guide for term dates and further detailsIntroduction to Neo-Latin