History of Ancient Rome
Durham
Liberal Arts::Classics
Credits: 4.0
Class Size: 20
Term:
Spring 2025
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Full Term (01/21/2025
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05/05/2025)
CRN:
56343
Grade Mode:
Letter Grading
Discover the fascinating and tumultuous history of the ancient Roman world, from its small beginnings in the early Republic to the high Empire, when Rome controlled the whole Mediterranean basin. Special focus will be on the political and economic conflicts between social classes, the Punic Wars, the fall of the Republic, its transformation into a monarchy, and the golden age of imperial rule. CLAS 404/HIST 404 is encouraged but not necessary.
Equivalent(s):
HIST 677
Instructors:
Susan Curry
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2025 | 5/5/2025 | MWF | 10:10am - 11:00am | MURK 202 |
Booklist
| Book | Details |
|---|---|
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RISE OF THE ROMAN EMPIRE
79
by POLYBIUS
Required
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CIVIL WARS
96
by APPIAN
Required
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EARLY HISTORY OF ROME
02
by LIVY
Required
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TWELVE CAESARS
(REV)07
by SUETONIUS
Required
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CATILINES'WAR,JUGURTHINE WAR,HISTORIES
07
by SALLUST
Required
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ROMAN LIVES (9537380)
99
by PLUTARCH
Required
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ANNALS
12
by TACITUS
Required
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