PHILOSOPHY 256 - Tragedy And Philosophy

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Connecticut College

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An examination of the philosophical interpretation of classical Greek tragedies and the influence of those tragedies upon important philosophers, from Aristotle through Hegel to MacIntyre and Nussbaum. Readings will include selected tragedies and philosophical works that discuss them, and will explore the ways in which tragic choices dramatize perennial moral and social conflicts. Prerequisite: One course in philosophy other than logic or permission of the instructor. M. Woody

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.connecticutcollege.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 447-1911

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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