Democracy Ancient and Modern
Primary Number: CLAS 30117-01
ConStudies Number: CNST 30639
ConStudies CRN: 31379
Primary CRN: X
Instructor: Mazurek, Tadeusz (TMAZUREK)
Day/Time: MW 2pm-3:15pm
Attributes: HIST - old Core History; WKHI - new Core History
Location: X
This course examines the theory, practice, and development of ancient Greco-Roman democracy. Particular attention is devoted to comparing ancient with modern forms of self-rule. Among the special topics studied are the origins of Greek democracy, its advantages and disadvantages as a form of government, alternatives to democracy, and democracy as an abiding legacy of classical civilization for the modern world. Familiarity with ancient Greco-Roman history is recommended, but not required.