AHSE2112 Six Books that Changed the World
Why and how do certain books reshape the course of human history? In this course, we will explore six books, selected from different times, societies, and genres, that have had an unquestionably major impacts upon the world in which we live. Class meetings will integrate contextual studies of the historical context of each book (including the author's background, the political and social setting, and other factors), careful analyses of the works themselves, and discussions of why they proved so influential. Our discussions will investigate each book's contemporary and modern impact while also exploring the qualities that caused all of our selections to have such an enduring and global effect. Students will be expected to contribute to class discussions, make presentations, and write a report on an additional book of their choosing. NOTE: this course lasts one half of the semester, will meet twice a week, and will require approximately 12 hours of student effort each week.
Recommended Requisites
AHS Foundation
Hours
4-0-8