C.B. MacPherson

3 credits

This course examines work of C.B. Macpherson, one of Canada's most prominent and important political thinkers. It covers a wide range of topics including Macpherson's theory of possessive individualism; his account of human nature; his relation to Marx and Marxism; his theory of democracy; and his critique of the social sciences. ***Prerequisite: One 200-level PHIL course, or permission of the Department Head.*** *Note: Students may receive credit for one of PHIL 335CG, PHIL 435CG, or PSCI 390AT.*