This is a study of western civilization from pre-historic times through the Middle Ages. The focus of the course will be on developing and understanding of European civilization in the context of world systems, including an inter- relational account of political, economic, social, cultural, and intellectual forces. Starting with a general study of the nature of history, the course explores systems of Neolithic agronomy and social structures around the world and the emergence of the first state societies in the Ancient Near East. Students will study the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome in dialogue with other Eurasian peoples, up through the emergent world system of the late Middle Ages. Writing in content area. Prerequisites: Eligible to enroll in ENGL 1010.
Semester Offered
fall/summer