A survey of the development of Western political theory from Plato to the present. Readings from the works of the major Theorists. An examination of the relevance of their ideas to contemporary politics. The course is taught by Isaac Kramnick, the R.J. Schwartz Professor of Government. Students must register by December 1 in B20 Day Hall.
Students complete regular assignments using the Web and submit homework via e-mail.
Students will find additional support materials and a discussion board at the course Web site. Students will watch all course lectures on the Web site and will also read a number of books. Learn more about Distance Learning at Cornell . 438 Uris Hall See ECON 307 for course description and prerequisites. This course will explore the Buddhist tradition from its origins in ancient India to its migrations throughout Asia and eventually to the West.