Course Summary
Step into one of Western culture’s most iconic legends and uncover the fascinating blend of myth and history behind the Trojan War. This course explores the archaeological evidence and the many ways this epic has been reimagined in literature, art, and music over the centuries.
Through vivid storytelling and discussion, we’ll examine key episodes that have captivated audiences for millennia, including:
The abduction of Helen
The sacrifice of Iphigenia
The wrath of Achilles
The siege of Troy
The death of Patroclus
The cunning ruse of the wooden horse
The escape of Aeneas
Join us to discover how this timeless tale continues to shape our cultural imagination.
Course Sessions
Wednesday, 25th February - 3 classes
$275 / $261 (conc)
Richard STONE
Dr Richard Stone has long been intrigued by history and fascinated by human creativity. An extended period of tertiary study produced a Degree in Art History and Music along with Diplomas in Art and Design and in Education, followed by a satisfying 30-year career as a teacher and lecturer in independent schools.
Throughout his teaching career, Richard also practised as a painter and photographer and satisfied an urge to travel by developing a program of European study tours. Since the mid-90s, Richard has accompanied more than 20 groups of secondary students and adults to various destinations in search of cultural enlightenment. Richard has been teaching at the CAE since 2016, sharing his enthusiasm for history, literature and the arts through a range of talks.