This course explores the relationship between body and soul, spirit and flesh throughout Western history, with a special emphasis on the medieval period. We will be especially interested in texts as bodies, bodies as texts, and the relationship between knowledge and obscenity. This is a challenging course with a high workload and a demanding teacher. In order to do well, you must read critically a diverse selection of literature and philosophy, write excellent analytical papers, and contribute to the intellectual debate in the class.
All deadlines are firm.
Late papers will not be graded. Try several and see which one you like best. I The CatholicMobile Saints Page Deep resources on saints and saints' lives. For something unique and scholarly, check out Paul Halsall's calendar of lesbian, bi, gay, and transsexual saints. I Marquis de Sade Timeline Contains full biograpy and links to works.