The Theoretical Foundations of Modern Politics

3 Hours

Examines competing foundations of the ongoing development of political and social modernity. Examines a selection of major authors from Machiavelli to Nietzsche. Only one of the following may be counted: Core Texts and Ideas 321, 335 (Topic: The Theoretical Foundations of Modern Politics), Government 335M (Topic: The Theoretical Foundations of Modern Politics), 351D, Western Civilization 320 (Topic: The Theoretical Foundations of Modern Politics). Three lecture hours a week for one semester.