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May 07, 2024
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HIS 359 - History of Western Political Thought, 1500-1800 Credits: 3 In 1500, most European governments were monarchies. By 1800, there had been successful revolutions in Britain, France, and America. The result of these revolutions was a dramatic increase in popular participation in government. There was also a revolution in thinking about politics- most intellectuals now hoped and expected that democracy would spread. This course, focusing on primary sources, examines the major political thinkers of the era- including Machiavelli, Hobbes, Locke, and Rousseau- to understand how this crucial intellectual change came about.
Prerequisite(s): HIS 105 or HON 122 and sophomore standing, or permission of the instructor.
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