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Joel T Walker
jwalker@u.washington.edu
HSTAM 418
Seattle Campus
Examines the transformation of the ancient world from the third-century crisis of the Roman Empire to the rise of Islamic civilization. Explores the manifold political, cultural, and social changes that transformed Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Near East between the third and the eighth centuries CE.
Class Description
This course examines the transformation of the ancient world from the third-century crisis of the Roman empire to the rise of Islamic civilization. The course explores the manifold political, cultural, and social changes that transformed Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Near East between the third and the eighth centuries CE.
Recommended preparation
At least one prior course in religious studies, ancient or medieval history.
Class Assignments and Grading
The course will combine lecture with frequent discussion including small group work and oral presentations. Discussion and writing assignments will be based largely on primary sources.
