Classical Studies and the Dean's Office Presents

Sidelines Redrawn: Re-examining the Role of Marginality in Ancient Greek Literature

In our contemporary era, marginality typically refers to people that lie on the fringes or margins of society with regard to some socio-economic or socio-political characteristic. In the context of the ancient Greek world, it is fairly easy to assign groups to this marginal category. However, ancient literature tends to complicate this modern notion of marginality, and characters that would normally be considered marginal from a historical standpoint are often put in positions that allow them to influence others and act beyond the limitations of their societal station. This talk will discuss the disconnect between literature and historical reality when it comes to marginal characters and their potential for agency and efficacy. Reexamining ancient Greek literature with this in mind will provide another avenue of interpretation that will contribute to our understanding of these works.

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For more information, call 845-758-6822, or e-mail [email protected].

Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm EDT/GMT-4

Location: Blithewood

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