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Ancient Political Theory
CLCV W4145x


Credits:3 pts.

An examination of ancient political theory in its social and philosophical context. Topics will include constitutional theory, the origins and legitimation of government, ethics and politics, the regulation of private life, the rule of law, and the cosmopolis. Authors will include the Sophists, Plato (Republic, Laws, Statesman), Aristotle (Politics), Cicero (Republic and Laws), Polybius, Dio of Prusa (On Kingship, Borysthenic Oration), and Augustine (City of God).

Course Sections

Fall - 2009

Section Number: 001
Call Number: 48748
Course Number: 4145
Section Title: ANCIENT POLITICAL THEORY
Day/Time: MW 2:40p - 3:55p
607 Hamilton Hall
W 1:10p - 4:00p
607 Hamilton Hall

Course Bulletin: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/bulletin/uwb/subj/CLCV/W4145-20093-001
Instructor: J. Zetzel

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