Political Science 207 - Political Theory:Ancient Greece to the Renaissance

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Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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An introductory survey of political thought from ancient Greece to the Renaissance. Topics include the origins of political philosophy in the writings of Plato and Aristotle; early Christian and Reformation political thought; Machiavelli and the birth of modern political theory. Readings are chosen to illustrate the development of ideas about human nature, politics, citizenship, power and the state. Connections: Conx 20040 Political Theories, Political Realities: Ideas and Practices in Past Politics

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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