Description
This course focuses on how we should understand history in general, as well as specific histories, in particular the history of philosophy. Typically the course takes Hegel’s work as its departure point, but other variations are possible. These variations include Marx’s materialist critique of Hegelian philosophy, Nietzsche and Foucault’s method of Genealogy, as well as the pragmatist understanding of history, amongst others. [3-0, 3 cr.]
Common questions about PHL 323
What is PHL 323 at LAU?
PHL 323 Philosophy of History is a 3-credit course at Lebanese American University (LAU), in the Liberal Studies department. This course focuses on how we should understand history in general, as well as specific histories, in particular the history of philosophy. Typically the course takes Hegel’s work as its departure point, but other variations are possible.
How many credits is PHL 323?
PHL 323 Philosophy of History is worth 3 credits at LAU.