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2024 Winter
May 20, 2024
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PSCI 890BD - Ancient Political Theory
This class explores the ancient understanding of the best political order. We consider the classical account of historical regimes, focusing on Persia, Athens, and Sparta as portrayed in the writings of Herodotus, Thucydides and Plutarch. We then turn to philosophical reflections on the best regime provided by Plato and Aristotle.
3.000 Credit hours
0.000 TO 3.000 Lecture hours
0.000 TO 3.000 Other hours

Levels: Graduate
Schedule Types: Lecture, Directed Reading, Examination

Politics and Int'l Studies Department

Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Levels:     
      Graduate

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