FRH 331 THE MAKING OF MODERN FRANCE
An examination of the key events and major literary works that shaped the political, social, and philosophical foundations of modern France, from the coronation of Louis XIV to that of Napoleon. Readings by La Fontaine, Racine, Moliere, Lafayette, Montesquieu, Voltaire, Rousseau, Diderot, Gouges, Robespierre, Constant, de Stael; period paintings; film adaptations.
Notes
Students participating in the foreign language section will receive one additional credit hour, pass/not passed marking.
Prerequisite
FRH 301, a qualifying score on the department's placement exam, or permission of the department.