HIST 140 - Modern Europe:Culture and Society

Institution:

University of San Diego

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Description:

This class explores the cultural and intellectual changes that shaped the development of Western Europe from 1700 to the present. It pays particular attention to the core values of the Enlightenment heritage: rationality, political freedom, inner freedom, humanism, equality, and human dignity. Topics include the French Revolution and the Romantic movement; the challenge of Marxism; scientific culture and the rise of Social Darwinism; modern art and modern consciousness; the "new" imperialism; world wars and totalitarian governments in the 20th century.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sandiego.edu

Phone Number:

(619) 260-4600

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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