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The course
This course examines the themes of law and ethics. We turn primarily to classical texts because they are both foreign and familiar, thereby helping us to see ourselves and our present concerns in a new light. Through a study of selected works of ancient Greek literature and philosophy, we will pay particular attention to the theme of tragedy as not just a conflict between good and bad, but rather between clashing, even irreconcilable, understandings of what is good.
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The particulars
Texts
Sophocles’ Antigone. Additional texts TBA
Format & requirements
Class will involve lecture and discussion. Grades will be based on attendance, participation, writing assignments and exams. Details regarding percentages and assignments TBA.
Prerequisites
POL200Y1 or POL200Y5 or (POLC70H3 and POLC71H3)
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Reading the code
POLPolitical ScienceDepartment of Political Science
381300-levelYear of study this course sits in
HHalf course0.5 credit (FCE)
1St. GeorgeDowntown Toronto campus
SWinter sessionSecond term, Jan–Apr 2027
L0201Lecture sectionA distinct section with its own topic and instructor