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Studies in Modern Philosophy (422-0-20)

Topic

Spinoza

Instructors

Baron Wayne Reed
847/467-6370
Kresge 3-421

Meeting Info

Kresge Centennial Hall 2-329: Wed 3:00PM - 5:50PM

Overview of class

We will examine Spinoza's views in a variety of areas, including metaphysics, epistemology, philosophy of mind and language, ethics, and political philosophy.

Learning Objectives

Students will develop critical reading, writing, and thinking skills while becoming familiar with the philosophical issues taken up in Spinoza's work.

Evaluation Method

Final paper

Class Materials (Required)

Class materials must be purchased.

The Collected Works of Spinoza, Vol. 1 & 2, edited and translated by Edwin Curley, Princeton University Press, 1986 & 2016. (ISBN: 9780691072227 & 9780691167633).

Class Notes

Final Paper

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Registration is reserved for Philosophy PhD Graduate Students