FRE 253 - PARIS: CULTURAL CAPITAL

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

French

Description:

Explore the 'city of light,' capital of modernity! In the nineteenth century, Paris became a laboratory for modernity through history, architecture, urban planning, the visual and performing arts and the clash of capitalism vs. socialism. We shall take a tour of 'the gay Paree' through consideration of revolutions, sewers, department stores, prostitution, 'le demi-monde,' anti-semitism, money, spectacle, the working class, bars and cafes, clothing, caricature, the birth of the camera and film industry, advances in medicine and other sciences. The course includes also a social and cultural historical view of Paris. This course is taught in English.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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