Citizenship is a major crossroad in European political thought. This course focuses on key thinkers and permutations throughout European history. The course also analyses the impact of Globalization and of European unification on concepts of citizenship, liberty and justice. The course will look at contemporary issues through the lens of a wide variety of perspectives, from early Modern texts to most recent political and philosophical debates. Students will be able to apply the ideas and theory discussed in class to the contemporary world, so as to form well-informed personal critical frameworks.
Cross-listed with PHI 406.
Department: Political Science
Location: Florence
Semester: Fall
Credits: 3