PHI 130 - Individual and Society

Institution:

Albright College

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Description:

The course investigates certain historical, social, and ethical dimensions of what is called"social philosophy." We start with some historical explorations of the emergence and/or the relevance of the "individual" in Ancient Greece, in Ancient China and in Classical Islam. Afterward, the class will approach different theories dealing with the question of the "individual versus society," giving particular attention to social contract theories, libertarianism, anarchism and socialism. The course concludes with the study of some contributions of Friedrich Nietzsche and of Cornelius Castoriadis to the various political and ethical issues raised throughout the semester.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.albright.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 921-2381

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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