>From the archaic period until well into the fifth century, lyric poetry was probably the single most important type of poetic expression in the Greek world. This rich and diverse poetry addressed a broad range of issues, from problems posed by traditional aristocratic ideals to questions about gender roles. While engaging in close reading of individual poems, we will pursue some of the issues that lyric poetry raises for the cultural and intellectual history of Greece in one of its most dynamic periods of social and political change. Readings in Greek, including the poetry of Archilochus, Tyrtaeus, Solon, Sappho, Ibycus, Anacreon, and Simonides, will be supplemented by modern critical discussions and interpretive essays. The course will also consider issues raised by translation and Greek metrical forms. Format: recitation/discussion. Evaluation will be based on reports and short essays that will be prepared on a regular basis throughout the semester, classroom performance, and a final exam. Prerequisite: Greek 202 or permission of the instructor. Enrollment limit: 12 (expected: 5-10).