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Ancient Greek Civilization

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<p>Discover why the ancient Greeks occupy such a prominent place in Western culture and identity in this engrossing course taught by a historian and archaeologist.</p>

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• 12 hours 7 minutes
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Ancient Mesopotamia: Life in the Cradle of Civilization

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<p><span>Uncover the undeniable legacy that the Mesopotamians left the world.</span></p>

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• 11 hours 20 minutes
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Greek 101: Learning an Ancient Language

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Learn Ancient Greek from an award winning educator through two of the most important works in the Greek language.

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• 18 hours 33 minutes
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Great Ancient Civilizations of Asia Minor

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Explore the rich history of Anatolia, from ancient civilizations to the Ottoman Empire, examining its pivotal role in shaping world events and cultural developments across millennia.

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• 11 hours 57 minutes
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Writing and Civilization: From Ancient Worlds to Modernity

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Discover the fascinating history of the written word-its invention, transmission from culture to culture, and evolution-in this interesting course by an anthropologist.

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• 12 hours 7 minutes
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Religion in the Ancient Mediterranean World

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Take a deep dive into the ancient roots of our culture as you explore the religious history of the ancient Mediterranean world.

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• 1 day 26 minutes
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30 Masterpieces of the Ancient World

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Behold great masterpieces of antiquity and prehistory in this visually rich course that travels around the world highlighting stunning works of art from ancient cultures.

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• 18 hours 41 minutes
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Think like a Stoic: Ancient Wisdom for Today's World

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Explore Stoic philosophy's timeless wisdom and practical applications for modern life, covering key thinkers, ethical principles, and strategies for happiness, decision-making, and personal growth.

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• 11 hours 9 minutes
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A Historian Goes to the Movies: Ancient Rome

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The glory of ancient Rome meets the grandeur of modern Hollywood in these 12 lectures that examine the historical accuracy of Ben-Hur, Gladiator, and other classic sword-and-sandal epics.

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• 6 hours 33 minutes
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The Remarkable Science of Ancient Astronomy

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Discover the ancient sky with an award-winning teacher and noted astronomer.

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• 11 hours 58 minutes
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The Pagan World: Ancient Religions before Christianity

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Take a close, behind-the-scenes look at religion and life in the ancient Mediterranean world to see how early pagan religions helped shape the world as we know it today.

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• 12 hours 36 minutes
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Cities of the Ancient World

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From Uruk and Jericho to Athens and Rome, explore ancient urban landscapes and draw connections between the cities of centuries past and those of our modern world.

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• 11 hours 50 minutes
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Living History: Experiencing Great Events of the Ancient and Medieval Worlds

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Explore the great moments of human history through the eyes of everyday citizens in this one-of-a-kind course.

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• 12 hours 44 minutes
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The Architecture of Power: Great Palaces of the Ancient World

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Explore the nature of political power and cultural tradition around the world through history’s most opulent, breathtaking palaces, accompanied by an expert guide.

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• 12 hours 59 minutes
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Ancient Chinese Commercial Culture

Explore the rich traditions of Chinese commerce, from ancient trade routes to business ethics, while mastering key cultural practices that shaped China's commercial success and philosophy.

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• Free Online Course