Courses: Philosophy and Race (PHILH233B01)
Spring 2009
This course meditates on the curious relation of race to modern Western intellectual thought. Although typically considered of secondary philosophical importance, references to race appear regularly in works by canonical philosophers. This suggests, in contrast, that race has played a not-insignificant role in reflections on consciousness, identity, and value. In addition to examining Kants anthropological writings and Hegels discussion of Africa in the Philosophy of History, we will discuss readings by Sartre, Fanon, Foucault, Alain Locke, and Nietzsche.
Fulfills: HU SJ III
DepartmentAfrican and Africana Studies (Web site) Taught By |
Meeting TimesMW 12:30-2:00 |