Littérature du XVIIIe siècle: Lumières et Révolution

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course is intended to study the relationships between literature and society in the eighteenth century. While emphasis will vary from year to year, this course may include works by major authors such as Diderot, Rousseau, Beaumarchais, and Isabelle de Charrière. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of literary styles and the history of ideas in scientific, philosophical, and political contexts. Students will also investigate some trends such as philosophie et engagement au Siècle des "Lumières", le libertinage, la condition de la femme et l'Ancien Régime, le droit des gens, la Révolution and le préromantisme. Cross-listed: FREN-4581(3). Restrictions: Students may not hold credit for this course and FREN-4581. Requisite Courses: 6 credit hours in 2000-level French Studies literature courses or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].