Greek dialectology

lglor2221  2023-2024  Louvain-la-Neuve

Greek dialectology
5.00 credits
45.0 h + 22.5 h
Q1

This biannual learning unit is being organized in 2023-2024
Teacher(s)
Seldeslachts Herman;
Language
French
Prerequisites
LGLOR1321 et LGLOR1322, or equivalent level
Main themes

This course plans to:
  1. provide an overview of the different Greek dialects and to go into greater depth on selected aspects;
  2. reading and commenting on significant extracts from pre-classical texts.
Content
Study of non-Attic Greek dialects through the reading of texts. Students will be introduced to the Ionian (Herodotus), Aeolian (Sappho and Alceaeus), Dorian (Alcman) and Boeotian (Corinne) dialects. Particular attention will be paid to the mixed language of Homer, its specific characteristics, the problem of its origins and evolution, and the study of the dactylic hexameter. There is also a chapter on the Mycenaean dialect of the Linear B texts of the 2nd millennium BC.
As cursory reading, students translate Book XXIV of the Iliad.
Teaching methods
Lectures (which may be combined with presentations by the students).
Evaluation methods
Written examination.
Online resources
Course materials (syllabus) and numerous electronic resources are available on Moodle.
Bibliography
La bibliographie est signalée au cours et est en partie disponible sur Moodle.
Faculty or entity
EHAC


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Master [120] in Ancient Languages and Literatures: Oriental Studies

Master [60] in Ancient Languages and Literatures : Classics

Master [60] in Ancient Languages and Literatures : Oriental Studies

Master [120] in Ancient Languages and Literatures: Classics