IN 124 - Truth and Narrative

Institution:

Emerson College

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Description:

Origin and history of Western literature and philosophy stem from common concern with truth of human existence and drama of questioning in word and deed. Critically reflect on five books that have historically and conceptually influenced how the correlation between living in search of one's truth and narrative of one's self-discoveryhas been understood in Western civilization. Explore stories or narratives individuals need to tell and "live" about oneself in order to confrontthe truth of one's existence. Is finding the truth of existence the basic "plot" that gives lifedrama-opening life to equal possibility of tragedy or comedy?

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.emerson.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 824-8500

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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