CLAS 520B (01) - Classical Society, Politics and Ethics: Happiness and Ancient Views of the Good Life

Ancient Views of the Good Life

Durham Liberal Arts::Classics
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 30 
Term:  Spring 2024 - Full Term (01/23/2024 - 05/06/2024)
CRN:  56545
Grade Mode:  Letter Grading
How did the Greeks and Romans define happiness and was happiness considered an essential component of the "good life"? How do ancient concepts of the "good life" influence later views of human flourishing and how do specific historical circumstances alter utopian visions of a life well lived? This course traces the concept of the "good life" from ancient Greece to today and challenges students to create their own vision of a "good life".
Registration Approval Required. Contact Instructor or Academic Department for permission then register through Webcat.
Attributes:  Historical Perspectives(Disc)
Instructors:  Susan Curry

Times & Locations

Start Date End Date Days Time Location
1/23/2024 5/6/2024 MWF 12:10pm - 1:00pm MURK 202
Final Exam5/13/2024 5/13/2024 M 3:30pm - 5:30pm MURK 202