GOVT 431 - Literature and Politics

Institution:

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Govrnmnt And Political Affairs

Description:

This course will take one work of fiction, a particular author/writer, or a number of different works of fiction which are thematically connected, and examine the political, social, and cultural questions and issues embedded in these works. Political philosophy asks central questions about human life- what makes us human; what, if anything, makes the best state; how can humans live together while being individuals in their own right, etc. Well crafted works of political fiction are often the best gateway to politics since they use a fictional reality to develop abstract concepts. In fact, some of the best works of political philosophy is fiction. Instructors will choose works of fiction which, juxtaposed with political writings, speeches, articles, and texts, enable students to identify and answer the great political questions of generations.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

C- or higher GOVT 111 and GOVT 231

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.millersville.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 872-3024

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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