This course explores both early Europeaný(classical and medieval) cultures as well as theýgreat non-European cultures of Asia, Africa andýthe Americas. The material covered will vary,ýbut readings will focus on a major theme suchýas the hero, the role of women, ethical values,ýviews of nature or focus on an important commonýgenre, such as epic or lyric poetry. Notýavailable every semester. Global marker.