Ancient Philosophy

PHILOSOPHY 347C

An examination of the high-water marks of philosophy in ancient Greece and Rome, focusing primarily on Plato and Aristotle. A wide range of philosophical problems will be discussed, including the nature of the good life, the justification of knowledge, and the ultimate nature of mind and world. Attention will be paid to how these problems unfolded in their historical context and to how the ancient treatments of them compare to contemporary efforts. Prerequisites: one course in Philosophy at the 100 or 200-level, or permission of the instructor.
Course Attributes: EN H; BU Eth; AS HUM; AS LCD; FA HUM; AR HUM

Section 01

Ancient Philosophy
INSTRUCTOR: Brown
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