Justice and Virtue: Classical Political Thought

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Addresses the fundamental questions that animate and guide the study of classical political philosophy. What is the best way of life for a human being? What is the ideal form of political society? How do political life, government and individual excellence fit together if, indeed, the best way of life for an individual is compatible with the best form of the political regime? What is the 'good life' and to what extent is it achievable? Explores these questions and more in a seminar-style course with focused discussions about classic works of ancient political thought.