Official Course Description
[h1]Democracy and Tyranny in Ancient Greece[/h1]
Classical Greece, particularly Athens, presents us with an impressive array of material culture that paints a multifaceted picture of various forms of governance. Athens served not only as the birthplace of democracy but also as a backdrop for governance structures that ranged from monarchy and aristocracy to timocracy and tyranny.
In this seminar, we direct our focus towards several significant sites in Athens, such as the Agora, the Acropolis, or the Areopagus. These locations served as gathering places for citizens to engage in public discussions and make decisions. Our exploration extends beyond just public spaces, encompassing the architectural structures that formed the core of political and social interaction.
Furthermore, everyday objects provide us with insights into the daily lives of citizens, revealing details about social hierarchies, women's rights, and economic aspects. Alongside this, we delve into important sculptures, inscriptions, and figures like Solon, Cleisthenes, the Peisistratids, or Pericles. The diversity of these findings and insights grants us the opportunity to explore the rich legacy of the ancient political landscape and to reflect upon its relevance for the present day.
More information: https://www.archaeologie.architektur.tu-darmstadt.de/lehre_klarch/semesterprogram_klarch/bachelor_klarch/index.de.jsp
[h1]Democracy and Tyranny in Ancient Greece[/h1]
Classical Greece, particularly Athens, presents us with an impressive array of material culture that paints a multifaceted picture of various forms of governance. Athens served not only as the birthplace of democracy but also as a backdrop for governance structures that ranged from monarchy and aristocracy to timocracy and tyranny.
In this seminar, we direct our focus towards several significant sites in Athens, such as the Agora, the Acropolis, or the Areopagus. These locations served as gathering places for citizens to engage in public discussions and make decisions. Our exploration extends beyond just public spaces, encompassing the architectural structures that formed the core of political and social interaction.
Furthermore, everyday objects provide us with insights into the daily lives of citizens, revealing details about social hierarchies, women's rights, and economic aspects. Alongside this, we delve into important sculptures, inscriptions, and figures like Solon, Cleisthenes, the Peisistratids, or Pericles. The diversity of these findings and insights grants us the opportunity to explore the rich legacy of the ancient political landscape and to reflect upon its relevance for the present day.
More information: https://www.archaeologie.architektur.tu-darmstadt.de/lehre_klarch/semesterprogram_klarch/bachelor_klarch/index.de.jsp
- Lehrende: KreiserJane
- Lehrende: LangFranziska
- Lehrende: Toma-KansteinerNatalia
Semester: WT 2023/24