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Introduction to Critical Theory (220-0-20)

Instructors

Mark Vinzenz Alznauer
847/491-2559
Kresge 3-417

Meeting Info

Pancoe Building Abbott Aud: Tues, Thurs 2:00PM - 3:20PM

Overview of class

In this class, we will focus on the foundations of critical theory in the works of Marx, Nietzsche, Freud, and Weber, paying particular attention to the methods they deploy in the treatment of moral and religious phenomena. Lectures will primarily involve a close analysis and discussion of the readings.

Learning Objectives

The objective of the course is to understand the basic methods and conclusions of Marx, Nietzsche, Freud, and Weber,.

Class Materials (Required)

Class materials must be purchased.

Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, The Marx-Engels Reader, second edition, edited by Richard Tucker (Norton, 1978) ISBN-10: 9780393090406
Friedrich Nietzsche, 'On the Genealogy of Morality' and Other Writings: Revised Student Edition (Cambridge Texts in the History of Political Thought) [STUDENT EDITION] ISBN-10: 052169163X/ ISBN-13: 978-0521691635.
Sigmund Freud, Civilization and Its Discontents, edited by Todd Dufresne (Broadview Press) ISBN: 978-1-55481-140-3;
Max Weber, From Max Weber: Essays in Sociology, ed. H. H. Gerth and C. Wright Mills (Routledge, 2007) ISBN: 978-0415436663 (Note: The older, Oxford edition (1946) is perfectly fine, though out of print.)

Class Notes

Final exam in class

Class Attributes

Ethical and Evaluative Thinking Foundational Disci
Global Perspectives on Power, Justice, and Equity
Ethics & Values Distro Area

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Registration restricted to Undergraduate students only

Associated Classes

DIS - Kresge Centennial Hall 2-415: Mon 4:00PM - 4:50PM

DIS - Harris Hall L04: Wed 11:00AM - 11:50AM

DIS - University Hall 101: Fri 3:00PM - 3:50PM

DIS - University Hall 101: Fri 2:00PM - 2:50PM

DIS - Parkes Hall 223: Fri 10:00AM - 10:50AM

DIS - Parkes Hall 223: Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM