CLAS 150BE PZ -The Roman Empire in the East

Institution: Pitzer

Description: The eastern Mediterranean and modern Middle East are home to some of the riches evidence for urban culture in the Roman imperial period and late antiquity. Drawing on archeological and other evidence, this seminar explores cities like Alexandria, Ephesos, Constantinople, and Palmyra (among many others) and considers questions such as how cities with very different histories adapted (or didn’t) to the Roman empire; interacted with each other and with foreign powers; and negotiated, resisted, and reacted to cultural developments like the rise of Christianity and Islam. We will also explore broader questions about modern and ancient concepts of east and west, empire, various “izaitions,” and notions of decline. This seminar includes a research project.

Prerequisite(s): Please check course schedule for requirements.

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