Ovid’s "Metamorphoses" / Evidence of Tragedy : A 5 page
paper discussing two stories in Ovid’s Metamorphoses,
“Apollo and Daphne” and “Pyramus and Thisbe.” In an attempt
to prove that these stories are tragedies, a definition of tragedy
is provided and a number of examples from the book are
excerpted. The primary source is cited. Ovid.wps

The Greek God Apollo : A 6 page paper that explores the
legends surrounding the Greek god Apollo and discusses the
religious rituals practiced in his worship. The nature of the
symbols of the bow, the laurel, and the lyre that are
traditionally associated with Apollo are explained. Apollo's
early use of music therapy is also explored. Bibliography lists
9 sources. LCApollo.doc

Suetonius’ "The Twelve Caesars" -- Discussion Of
Augustus And Tiberius : A 6 page paper that describes the
reigns of the first two real emperors of Rome. The paper gives
a short explanation of Suetonius and the framework from
which he wrote, then discusses and contrasts the administrations
and policies of Augustus and Tiberius, dealing particularly
with the difficulties of the transfer of power between them.
No Bibliography. Caesar.wps

Suetonius’ ‘‘The Twelve Caesars’’ / Reflection Roman
Culture & Society : A 5 page essay that looks at what can be
learned about Roman culture from this ancient document.
12c.wps

Terence : The life and works of this important early Roman
dramatist are discussed in a 7 page paper. Compared are the
author's life challenges to those of the characters in his plays,
citing examples from works such as The Girl From Andros,
The Eunuch, and The Brothers. Historical facts about Ancient
Rome are noted in relationship to the thesis. Bibliography lists
5 sources. Terence.wps

Cornelius Tacitus As Impartial Historian : A 4 page paper
discussing the bias of Cornelius Tacitus displayed in The
Annals of the Roman Empire. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Tacitus.wps

Shakespeare, Mankiewicz, & Plutarch / Three Views Of
Julius Caesar : A 6 page paper comparing the 1953 film of
Julius Caesar directed by Joseph Mankiewicz with the real
historical events. The paper concludes that the film version of
Julius Caesar succeeds -- through some slight transformations
in historical fact -- in bringing history to life, and making us
care about it in the bargain. Bibliography lists two sources.
Viewsc.wps

The Sarakatsani Of Mesopotamia & Modern Gypsies in
Rome : In this 12 page paper, the writer provides an overview
of the Sarakatsani of Mesopotania, -- who are the forebearers of
contemporary Gypsies in Rome. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Gyprome.wps

The Roman Mob By P.A. Brunt : A 5 page paper that
considers the subject of the Roman mob as it relates to the
transformation of Rome from a republic to an Empire.
Bibliography lists no additional sources. Brunt.wps

Nobility in Medieval Literature : A 5 page paper describing
the role of nobility in the Middle Ages. The writer uses Dante's
Inferno as a primary source, and describes how Dante
presented the noble class. Bibliography cites four sources.
Inferno.wps

The Role Of Early Roman Women : This 7 page paper
critiques an excerpt from a book written by Balsdon that deals
with the role of women in early Rome. The writer identifies
Balsdon's thesis, then offers specific examples from the text to
support the thesis. Bibliography lists 1 source. Romanwom.wps

The Role Of Women & Non-Elites In Renaissance Italy :
A 5 page paper that considers the role of women and
non-elites in Renaissance Italy and outlines the elements of
the Italian court.  Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Italian.renaissance.doc

Women In Medieval Times / Book Review : A 4 page
critique of Powell's book entitled "Medieval Women." The
writer describes and evaluates the book's thesis : that there
were two primary roles played by women in Medieval society;
women in subjection to men and women as a symbol of
worship. Full citation for the book is provided.
Medwomen.wps
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