"Great course. Why? Its integrative approach is a thoroughly modern and effective way to learn history. Prof. Garland’s presentation and thesis—that by seeing the Greeks and Romans as two societies “connected at the hip” we truly understand their history—is enlightening.
This course is heavy on “social history” and lacks some of the more “traditional” approaches of political/military narrative, though it manages to retain a decent mix.
I’d recommend this course to students who already have some background in basic ancient Greek and Roman history. Start with one of the survey or foundational classes and then try this lecture series. You’ll come away with a deeper understanding of the material.
Thank you TC and Prof. Garland!"
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