PHI 234 - 19th-Century Continental Philosophy

4 credits (Fall)

Survey of the major figures in 19th-century philosophy, emphasizing themes that lead to developments in 20th-century phenomenology, existentialism, and poststructuralism. Readings include selections from Hegel’s Phenomenology, Kierkegaard’s writings, Marx’s philosophical and political works, several texts of Nietzsche, and short works from the hermeneutic tradition.

Prerequisite: PHI 111 or PHI 121, with grade, S, C, or better.
Note: Not offered every year.
Plus-2 option available.
Foreign language option available in French or Russian for course and +2.
Instructor: Dobe