Lucian: Lucius The Ass

Lucian: Lucius The Ass

Course Description: Lucius The Ass is a comedic, satirical text that tells the story of a man who is turned into a donkey. The story is told from Lucius’ perspective as he experiences his transformation, undergoes a series of (mis)adventures as a donkey, and eventually is restored to human form. Additionally, it gives us a view into the life of the lower classes in the Roman Empire. The surviving text is a summary of Lucian’s original, which inspired Apuleius’ more famous The Golden Ass.

DETAILS

Level: Intermediate/Advanced reading level in Greek.

Textbook: Instructor will provide materials.

Sections capped at: 5 students. If the course is sold-out, please fill out this waiting-list form.

When
Mondays, 9:00-10:00p.m. U.S. Eastern Time

Cost
$250

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Instructor

Emily Jusino

Emily Jusino holds an M.A. and Ph.D. in Classics from the University of Chicago. She has been a professor at Duke University and the University of Rochester, where she taught courses in Greek, Latin, and literature in translation. Several years ago, she left academia and earned her PMP certification. She currently works for a major non-profit in Washington, DC.