Western Literature: Great Books Semester 1

Western Literature: Great Books Semester 1

Western Literature: Great Books Semester 1

This semester surveys foundational Western texts — including Homer, Greek tragedians, Dante, Chaucer, Machiavelli, Shakespeare, and Montaigne — with a focus on themes, structure, historical context, and literary devices. Classes are discussion-centered, may include occasional videos for context, and offer optional written assignments and an optional graded report at semester end.

Western Literature: Great Books Semester 1

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
13–18
Duration
50 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
16

Class Experience

This semester surveys foundational Western texts — including Homer, Greek tragedians, Dante, Chaucer, Machiavelli, Shakespeare, and Montaigne — with a focus on themes, structure, historical context, and literary devices. Classes are discussion-centered, may include occasional videos for context, and offer optional written assignments and an optional graded report at semester end.

Learning Outcomes

  • Recognize different writing styles and literary devices

  • Decode and interpret difficult texts

  • Appreciate literature's exploration of the human condition through thematic analysis

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