FRH 431 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, Molière, Lafayette, Montesquieu, Voltaire, Rousseau, Diderot, Gouges, Robespierre, Constant, de Staël; period paintings; film adaptations.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Two French courses at the 300 level.

Enrollment Limit

Enrollment limited to 18 students.