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Oct 18, 2024
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POLT 231 - European Political Theory: From Plato to Rousseau This course may also count for the major in (consult the program or department major requirements) : Law and Society Semester Offered: First Semester Full Course Credits: 4 credits Attribute: 4SS
How did political thought in Europe from its emergence in ancient Greece until the 18th century, the era of ‘Enlightenment?’ Does it still matter today? We will pay particular attention to virtue, politics and human nature, property, rights, the foundations of political order and the goals of political life. Authors to be studied include: Plato, Aristotle, Machiavelli, Hobbes and Locke, concluding with an introduction to Rousseau. Enrollment Limit: 25 Instructor: G. Popa
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