Spring Term 2019 History of Philosophy: New Narratives from 17th and 18th Century Women Philosophers - 3281 - PHIL 227 |
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Prerequisites/Notes: One course in philosophy or sophomore standing Catalog Description : An introduction to philosophical texts by women authors in Early Modern Europe, including Émilie Du Chatelet, Princess Elisabeth of Bohemia, Christine de Pizan, Margaret Cavendish, Mary Astell and Anne Conway. We will consider the import of these texts on controversial topics of the time: new scientific methods, gender equality, political rule, the nature of mind and body, religious authority and morality. Lecture/discussion with written assignments. PREREQUISITES: One course in philosophy or sophomore standing Attributes: GER Humanities Div, GER Dimens Diversity, 200-399 Foundation/Gateway Crs
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