According to harris and platzner, the romans historicized the myths, attaching them to real events and individuals in roman history. Details are provided in the course schedule, below. Images and insights study guide questions and answers. Platzner, gloria and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. The fifth edition of the text includes some new features, including a revision of the dis. Images and insights grew out of the authors many years of teaching greek and roman myth to undergraduates at california state university, sacramento. By looking at the classic mythology we will see that the roles women portrayed are very different than womens roles in todays society. Classics 2200 classical mythology 20112012 texts stephen l. Classical mythology images and insights 6th edition rent. Unique among textbooks on this topic, our book approaches the study of myth through complete works of grecoroman literature, including six complete greek dramas and generous. Harris is professor emeritus of humanities and religious studies at california state university, sacramento, where he served ten years as department chair. Requirements midterm test 1 october 16 25% midterm test 2 november 15 25% final exam 2 hour, exam period 50% it will be assumed that students will read the assigned readings and attend lectures.
Harris and gloria platzner third edition published 2001 by mayfield publishing company mountain view california, london, toronto isbn 0 7674 1549 3 designed for undergraduate students. Requirements midterm test 1 october 16 25% midterm test 2 november 15 25% final exam 2 hour, exam period 50% it will be assumed that students. Isbn 9780073535678 course objectives the student will be able to apply methodological interpretations of myth. As a greek mythology instructor in continuing education and writer of books utilizing myth, and as psychotherapist who relates myth to the process of human transformation, i find this book to be one of the most indepth and meaningful guides to greek mythology.
Amazon price new from used from paperback, oct 16 2016 please retry. One copy is available on 2hour reserve at the weldon library. In addition to greek and roman mythology, i have taught courses in greek language and literature and in women and gender in greece and rome. Gloria platzner teaches in the english and humanities programs at california state university, sacramento, including courses on classical mythology and world mythology. Pytho pyethoh an ancient name of delphi, where apollo dispensed his oracles. Rel 3325 religions of classical mythology department of this course will examine the religions of classical mythology from greece and. Abundantly illustrated with examples of architecture, sculpture and paintings. Does anyone know where i can get this book in a pdf version. Images and insights discussion and chapter questions and find classical mythology.
Images and insights 6th edition by stephen harris et al at over 30 bookstores. Images and insights approaches the study of myths through complete works of greco roman literature, including six complete greek dramas and generous excerpts from the narratives of homer. All readings from harris and platzner, classical mythology. Classical mythology, stephen l harris gloria platzner shop. Images and insights 9780073407524 by harris, stephen. Harris by gloria platzner and stephen harris 2007, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Rent classical mythology in context 1st edition 9780199782833 and save up to 80% on textbook rentals and 90% on used textbooks. Classics 2200 classical mythology 20112012 publish. He contributed the chapter on archaeology and volcanism to the encyclopedia of volcanoes academic press, 2000. Although this paperback may seem expensive, it is more economical than purchasing multiple books. Images and insights approaches the study of myths through complete works of grecoroman literature, including six complete greek dramas and generous excerpts from the narratives.
Images and insights pdf, then you have come on to the loyal site. Images and insights fifth edition mcgrawhill humanities. Images and insights 6th edition by stephen harris, gloria platzner. My research is in the field of greek literature, especially greek drama and the ancient greek novel. Cj colakis on harrisplatzner sdo the classical journal. Classical mythology images and insights 6th ed test bank. Platzner, gloria and a great selection of similar new, used.
Images and insights, published 2011 under isbn 9780073407524 and isbn 0073407526. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Classical period the period of greek history, roughly 480 323 b. She also has similarities with the anatolian goddess ma. Platzner, gloria and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
More than 700 pages of primary selections, many of them complete works, include major hymns, epics, and plays of classical myth, while more than 200 photographs of classical works of art illustrate. Gloria platzner is the author of classical mythology 4. University of roehampton international summer school. Harris, gloria platzner free pdf d0wnl0ad, audio books, books to read, good books to read, cheap books, good books, online books, books online, book. Summary comprehensive and beautifully illustrated, this is the only classical mythology text that combines thorough coverage of theoretical approaches to myth with a substantial anthology of primary works. Harris and gloria platzner i do not have any major regrets. Unique among textbooks on this topic, our book approaches the study of myth through complete works of grecoroman literature, including six complete greek dramas and generous excerpts from the narratives of homer, hesiod. This exam will cover the first nine chapters of harris and platzner s 6th edition of classical mythology. It is recognizable as athene through knowledge of the myth, however she is not depicted in her usual armor and is instead wearing a long dress.
This introduction to classical mythology will focus on how myths, with their many layers, provided ancient poets and dramatists with a rich repertory for evernew performances of the big metaphors of life. Professor aara suksi dept of classical studies lawson 3205 office. Perseus is known by his cap, given to him by nymphs for invisibility harris and platzner, 283, however the other gifts given to him are not shown. The grecoroman society was a very patriarchal society. The student will be able to recognize myths as historical reflections of social constructions.
Gods and heroes in classical mythology university of roehampton international summer school department of humanities module title. There will be additional assigned readings that are available online. I managed to make it all the way to the 21st century before i actually made my students buy a single textbook that cost this much, but after my first semester of using the fourth edition of classical mythology. Classical mythology images and insights by stephen l. This is reflected throughout the myths in classical mythology. Images and insights doc, djvu, txt, epub, pdf forms. Images and insights by harris, stephen, platzner, gloria mcgrawhill humanitiessocial scienceslanguages, 2011 paperback 6th edition paperback.
Students will choose a topic from greek or roman mythology a list of topics will be provided to conduct individual research on. Comprehensive and beautifully illustrated, this is the only classical mythology text that combines thorough coverage of theoretical approaches to myth with a substantial anthology of primary works. Harris and gloria platzner third edition published 2001 by mayfield publishing company mountain view. Mythology timothy gantz early greek myth wiki fandom.
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