History - Ancient Greece - Greek tragedy in the context of Athenian democracy (Lecture)

Course intent

Our series of one-off lectures will give you the opportunity to delve into the details of the Ancient world with our expert tutor. In this lecture, we will explore the Greek tradition of tragedy.

What will I learn?

Greek tragedy flourished in the 5th century BCE and it was the product of very specific socio-political circumstances. We shall explore its development and major themes following the birth of Athenian democracy, as well as in the context of the Peloponnesian War which took place in the second half of the 5th century.

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This lecture is suitable for everyone.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

We recommend bringing paper and pen so you can make notes.

What can I do when I finish the course?

We offer a wide range of courses and lectures on aspects of history, as well as other Humanities subjects that may be of interest to further your knowledge.

Additional information

This course does not qualify for an Education and Skills Funding Agency subsidy, so no concessions are available.

How to enrol

You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.

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