Early Modern Political Theory

3 credits

This course examines the major figures of early modern political thought such as Machiavelli, Hobbes, Spinoza, Descartes and Locke with a view to their ideas about political realism, natural rights, the relation of science and politics, and the rise of modern constitutionalism. *Note: Students may receive credit for one of SOPT 890AA or PSCI 311.*