Have you ever wondered what really got under the skin of ancient Athenians? Or better yet—have you ever wanted to master the fine art of being insufferable in classical Attic?
This course will give you that chance to keep exploring these questions. But beware, as you might know from last time —it’s not as easy as it sounds! The Athenians had countless ways to be a nuisance, and at least twice as many Greek words to describe them.
Through a selection of texts from Theophrastus’ Characters, different from those studied in part 1, we will dive into the world of bothersome personalities, discussing the texts in Ancient Greek. Each session will focus on a specific trait — ἀπόνοια, ἀρέσκεια, δεισιδαιμονία, βδελυρία… — enriching our vocabulary and phraseology along the way. If time allows, we’ll also engage in exercises and drills to enhance fluency in spoken Attic.
Type: Speaking and Reading | Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Language of instruction: Ancient Greek
Class size cap: 8 | Platform: Zoom
Dates: October 4, 2025 - November 22, 2025
Meets (EST*): Saturdays, 11:00 AM | 8 sessions (1 hour each)
Materials: Special materials are required: You can have an edition of Theophrastus' book, but a text will be provided.
Sessions will be recorded and made available to enrolled participants for review or in case they missed a session.
Zoom
Decent internet connection
Earphones
Microphone
Webcam (preferred but optional)
A quiet space for classes
*The course will observe US time and thus will change according to daylight saving time.
Major US federal holidays are observed. If a participant misses a session due to their observance of a religious holiday, they can arrange a separate session with the instructor.
Education should be accessible. Choose the tier that fits your situation — no proof required, no shame included.
Supported — USD 200 total ($25/hour)
for students, caretakers, or anyone stretched right now.
Standard — USD 280 total ($35/hour)
full-value rate; covers the cost of small-group instruction.
Sustainer — USD 360 total ($45/hour)
covers your seat & includes a contribution to our scholarship fund. Thank you!
Have you ever wondered what really got under the skin of ancient Athenians? Or better yet—have you ever wanted to master the fine art of being insufferable in classical Attic?
This course will give you that chance to keep exploring these questions. But beware, as you might know from last time —it’s not as easy as it sounds! The Athenians had countless ways to be a nuisance, and at least twice as many Greek words to describe them.
Through a selection of texts from Theophrastus’ Characters, different from those studied in part 1, we will dive into the world of bothersome personalities, discussing the texts in Ancient Greek. Each session will focus on a specific trait — ἀπόνοια, ἀρέσκεια, δεισιδαιμονία, βδελυρία… — enriching our vocabulary and phraseology along the way. If time allows, we’ll also engage in exercises and drills to enhance fluency in spoken Attic.
Type: Speaking and Reading | Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Language of instruction: Ancient Greek
Class size cap: 8 | Platform: Zoom
Dates: October 4, 2025 - November 22, 2025
Meets (EST*): Saturdays, 11:00 AM | 8 sessions (1 hour each)
Materials: Special materials are required: You can have an edition of Theophrastus' book, but a text will be provided.
Sessions will be recorded and made available to enrolled participants for review or in case they missed a session.
Zoom
Decent internet connection
Earphones
Microphone
Webcam (preferred but optional)
A quiet space for classes
*The course will observe US time and thus will change according to daylight saving time.
Major US federal holidays are observed. If a participant misses a session due to their observance of a religious holiday, they can arrange a separate session with the instructor.
Education should be accessible. Choose the tier that fits your situation — no proof required, no shame included.
Supported — USD 200 total ($25/hour)
for students, caretakers, or anyone stretched right now.
Standard — USD 280 total ($35/hour)
full-value rate; covers the cost of small-group instruction.
Sustainer — USD 360 total ($45/hour)
covers your seat & includes a contribution to our scholarship fund. Thank you!
NOTA BENE: Classes require a minimum number of participants to run although they may run with fewer participants, at the instructor’s discretion.
More than a week before the start of the course: 100% refund or credit
Less than a week before the first class up until the second class: credit
