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.

Maximum Enrollment

Standard Course (40)

Credits

1

Prerequisite

GOVT-117, GOVT-229, a Philosophy course, or consent of instructor

Offered

Spring

Notes

(Political Theory)