19th Century Philosophy

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Study of 19th century European philosophy. Topics include the idealist rejection of materialism by Hegel and Schopenhauer; Kierkegaard and Nietzsche’s critique of rationalism on behalf of concrete existence; and Marx’s synthesis of idealism’s optimism about humanity’s ability to shape its world and a commitment to the material world over the ideal. Course Level: Undergraduate Schedule Type(s): Lecture Grade Mode: Standard