Ancient Greek History - The Persian wars 490-479 BC

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Course code: S12H

The extraordinary and entertaining story of how tiny Athens saved Europe from the aggressive Persian empire – packed full of colourful characters and intriguing tales.

when

From 14 Jan 2025 to 11 Feb 2025
Tue 13:00-15:00

5 weeks

with Richard Stride

where

Stoke Lodge

Stoke Lodge Centre, Shirehampton Road
Stoke Bishop
Bristol
BS9 1BN

fees

full fee for this course: £80.00, concession fee: £42.00.

who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

The battle of Marathon, the 300 Spartans, Xerxes, the destruction of Athens – it’s all here! This study of what is arguably the most important period in Western history is an extraordinary tale full of intrigue, bravery, and twists and turns.

What can students expect?

This five-week course runs through the key events of the two invasions of Greece by the Persians, and how the ancient Greeks united (just!) to defeat them. The story comes down to us from the pen of Herodotus whose entertaining narrative provides the detail needed to retell the fascinating and colourful story populated by a range of intriguing characters. If you know nothing of ancient history this is an ideal introduction to the wonderful world of the ancient Greeks, and if you already know the story come and hear it retold and brought to life again.

 

This course will be delivered at Stoke Lodge but will move to online delivery if necessary.

Late starters allowed?

Yes

Previous experience required?

No

What is the progression route?

Joining other history at Stoke Lodge. There will also be a course on later Greek history (‘The Successors’).

Are there any extra costs?

No

Work set between sessions?

No

Teaching method/style?

I describe my style as ‘informal illustrated lecture’. I am always happy to be interrupted with questions which, hopefully, will lead to interesting digressions. I find that a narrative approach to History is the most accessible for students. History is all about people, and so making them come alive in class is important.

Equipment Required

Stable internet connection, a PC or tablet if the course moves online.

Refunds and cancellations

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<li>If we have to cancel your course your fees will be refunded in full. We are unable to reimburse the cost of materials you may have bought for the course.</li>
<li>If you cancel your course booking a week (7 days) or more before the start date we will refund your fees minus an admin charge of 20%.</li>
<li>If you cancel with less than a week (7 days) before the start date or after the course has started, we will not be able to refund your fees.</li>
<li>Transfers will incur a fee of 10% and must be requested 7 days or more before the start of a course unless you are transferring to another course because your original course was cancelled.</li>
<li>We are not able to offer refunds due to sickness or ill health.</li>
</ul>

 

If you are due a refund you must contact the office within 3 months of the course to arrange payment as we do not keep card details.

When attending an online course, it is a learner’s responsibility to ensure they have adequate internet access before the start of a course. Refunds will not be given for technical failure of a learner’s home computer or their internet access.