GOVT-276 Enlightenment and Counter-enlightenment
Examination of the political thought of the Enlightenment, the early modern period roughly from the English Revolution to the French Revolution (1640-1800). Analysis of such theorists as Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu, Hume, Rousseau, Burke and Kant. Topics include liberty, equality, natural law, political culture, revolution, progress, and the role of tradition. Focus on the relationship between scientific reason and political power. Prerequisite, 117, 229, a Philosophy course, or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 40. Martin.
Standard Course (40)
Credits
1
Prerequisite
Gov 117, 229, a Philosophy course, or consent of instructor.
Offered
Spring
Notes
(Political Theory)