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Class Detail:
FA 2012 History HISTORY 408 - Byzantine Empire, 284-867 Section 001
Credits:	3
Waitlist Capacity:	30
Repeatability:	May not be repeated for credit.
Primary Instructor:	Fine Jr,John V
	(real time availability for all sections)

This course covers the history of the Byzantine Empire from Constantine the Great to the end of the Amorian Dynasty (284-867). Political, cultural, and religious relations with the civilizations of Rome, the medieval West, the Slavs, and the Near East are stressed. There will be a 10-15 page written paper, a mid-term and final for undergraduates;for graduate students an optional midterm, a 25-30 page written paper and a final exam are required. Required readings are on reserved at the Undergraduate Library. Required readings are also available at Shaman Drum Bookshop. A Course pack will also be available.

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