The best parts about this class were that the lectures were engaging, and that the professor seemed to care as much about teaching as he did about doing his own research. Students praised the professor for his enthusiasm and sense of humor in the classroom, as well as his ability to lecture on a diverse range of time periods and parts of the world. Some students claimed that the amount of reading was excessive, and that the essay topics were too vague. This class could be improved by having more organized lectures and shorter, more concise readings. Prospective students should know this class is highly recommended for those interested in history or religion.