The Web of Europe since 1400. 4

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This course investigates the genesis and movements of the modern period, from the Renaissance to the fall of the Iron Curtain. On the basis of contemporary documents, students will discuss such issues as nationalism, the Reformation, absolutism, religion in the Age of Reason, egalitarianism and totalitarianism. Fulfills humanities requirement; when ?HP? precedes title, fulfills historical perspectives requirement (1998). Fulfills arts/humanities requirement; when ?HP? precedes title, fulfills historical perspectives requirement (2019).