PHRE 189 - Philosophy and Literature

This course explores the relations between philosophy and literature through close readings of both literary expressions embedded in philosophical texts and literary texts which focus on traditionally philosophical themes. Issues include: the fundamental nature of reality, human nature and personal identity, and theories of writing and literature.

Credits: 3
NOTE:
* This course fulfills the Philosophical/Religious Mode of Inquiry of the Liberal Studies Program.
** This course counts toward the 63-credit Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) graduation requirement.
*** Some sections of this course are writing-enhanced.