C/H/31. Development of democracy in Ancient Greece and its historical relevance 

The paper examines the manner in which democracy first emerged in Ancient Greece.  Parallels are made with Ancient Rome arguing whether either system can be viewed as truly democratic in the modern sense.  The relevance of Ancient Greece for the modern day politics and sociology is assessed.

S/H/125. What was the Significance of Charlemagne's Coronation as Emperor?

The paper looks at the events of the early 9th century examining the balance of power between Charlemagne and the Pope and arguing that by crowning Charlemagne as emperor, the Pope renewed the Roman Empire in the West of Europe. Charlemagne's policy as a king is discussed.

S/A/24. To what extent is early Greek temple architecture down to the 480 BC experimental?

The paper examines ancient Greek temple architecture describing the features of the Doric order and arguing whether the early Greek temples were functional or experimental. Distinctions between architects and craftsmen are discussed; examples of the ancient Greek architecture are described.

S/MD/85. Discuss the relevance of painted pottery for the historian of Greek culture

The paper examines the history of the Greek culture focusing on the Greek vases and describing their purposes, features, the themes and functions of painted pottery, etc.

C/H/25. "The Old testament is the authoritative source for studying the history of Israel and Judah" Discuss

The paper touches on the debate about whether the Bible and the Old Testament is a purely religious text or whether it is an accurate historical document. The controversies associated with the Old Testament are outlined analysing whether the Bible can continue to remain an authoritative document for the study of ancient history of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah.

S/P/159. What are the Strengths and Weaknesses of Representative (indirect) forms of Democracy?

The paper examines the concept of democracy reviewing the history of democracy, definitions of democracy, types of democracy, the Greek idea of democracy, etc. The strengths and weaknesses of representative democracy are identified.

S/H/57. Pompeji & Herculaneum: A glimpse back in time

The very nature of the destruction of Pompeji & Herculaneum has offered an insight into Roman every-day life that other archaeological sites do not share. Trying to determine which is the most important evidence, this essay looks at some of the types of evidence that have been found almost exclusively at these sites and the context they have been provided with, as well as the more detailed architectural remains, e.g. breads, flowers, political slogans written on walls etc.

P/LI/49. Women in ancient Rome: review of Livys Book 1

The paper reviews the work of the Roman historian Livy Book 1focusing on its female characters and discussing the importance of women in ancient Rome, the modes of their portrayal, etc.

P/L/111. Athenian law on sexual offences

The paper discusses legislation on adultery and prostitution in Classical Athens defining both concepts and discussing the issue of the civil and legal status of prostitutes, the term ‘moichos applicable to both seducers and rapists, legal procedures used against adulterers, etc.

P/H/54. Role of national identity in ancient Greeks

The paper examines the issues of the Greek national identity among ancient Athenians outlining the importance of birth and legitimacy of citizenship. Relationships between Greeks and barbarians are described along the lines of moral values and literary portrayal. The political message of Herodotus Histories is discussed.

S/H/19. ‘The nobles can not have regarded the restored Republic as anything but a fraudulent fa?ade (Jones, Augustus, 83) If so, what was the point of the settlements of 28-27, 23 and 19BC?

This paper explores the claim that Augustus restored the Republic in 28/27BC and by looking at a variety of sources on Roman political history draws the slightly controversial conclusion that the republic was restored, to Augustus' benefit as he had now integrated himself fully with it. This paper also gives detailed assessments of the later constitutional changes and relations between senate and Augustus

P/H/23. The attitudes to women and marriage in ancient Rome

The paper looks at the features of satire as a genre that emerged in ancient Rome. A brief review of rhetoric as an art of public speech is given. The study focuses on the misogamist and misogynist overtones of Juvenals satirical writing giving the summary of his ideas about marriage and women. Historical, social and ethical aspects of Roman life are described.