Édouard Manet: Pastiche, Provocation, Modernity
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Édouard Manet: Pastiche, Provocation, Modernity
<p>Édouard Manet was one of the most influential and controversial artists of the nineteenth century. Rejecting many of the conventions of academic painting, he created works that shocked audiences
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Epicurean and Stoic Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
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Epicurean and Stoic Philosophy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Life
<p>Epicureanism and Stoicism offered two influential but very different answers to one of life's oldest questions: how should we live? This course introduces the central ideas of both traditions,
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World War One: The Psychologists, Artists and Writers Who Changed Our World
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World War One: The Psychologists, Artists and Writers Who Changed Our World
<p>The First World War changed far more than the political map of Europe. It reshaped psychology, medicine, literature and the arts. Beginning with Pat Barker's acclaimed novel Regeneration, this
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Great Philosophical Essays
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Great Philosophical Essays
<p>Some philosophical essays have transformed the way we understand ourselves and the world. This course examines a selection of influential philosophical writings from different periods, introducing
...Great Philosophical Essays
<p>Some philosophical essays have transformed the way we understand ourselves and the world. This course examines a selection of influential philosophical writings from different periods, introducing
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Learn to Play Bridge
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Learn to Play Bridge
<p><strong>In Association with the Sydney Bridge Club.</strong></p>
<p>This six-week course will introduce you to the wonderful and challenging game of Contract Bridge. Bridge is a fun and social card
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Art and Philosophy
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Art and Philosophy
<p>This course looks at the reciprocal relationship between Western art and philosophy. Artists are often been inspired by the thinkers of their time and philosophers have reflected on the meaning and
...Art and Philosophy
<p>This course looks at the reciprocal relationship between Western art and philosophy. Artists are often been inspired by the thinkers of their time and philosophers have reflected on the meaning and
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Morning Yoga
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Morning Yoga
<p>Experience an in-depth introduction to yoga incorporating postures, breathing techniques, meditation and deep relaxation, based on the teaching styles of the Satyananda Yoga and International Yoga
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Horrible Hollywood: Scandals, Secrets and the Dark Side of the Movie Studios
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Horrible Hollywood: Scandals, Secrets and the Dark Side of the Movie Studios
<p>Behind the glamour of Hollywood's golden age lay a world of fierce rivalries, scandals, exploitation and personal tragedy. This course explores some of the darker episodes in the history of the
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Temples of India: Architecture, Culture and Faith
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Temples of India: Architecture, Culture and Faith
<p>India's temples are among the world's most remarkable architectural achievements and continue to play a central role in religious and cultural life. This course introduces the foundations of
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Intermediate Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs
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Intermediate Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs
<p>This course continues the study of Middle Egyptian, building on prior knowledge to deepen reading confidence and understanding. Participants further develop grammar, vocabulary and translation
...Intermediate Middle Egyptian Hieroglyphs
<p>This course continues the study of Middle Egyptian, building on prior knowledge to deepen reading confidence and understanding. Participants further develop grammar, vocabulary and translation
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