HIST 029: (HP) American Lives in Historical PerspectiveSemester Hours: 3
A biographical approach to pre-twentieth-century America that explores the role of key individuals and/or important families in the development of American society and culture. Persons studied might include: Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Stephen A. Douglas, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, John Brown and Harriet Tubman. A familial focus might examine the Mathers, the Byrds, the Adamses, the Beechers, the Jameses, etc. Mutual influence of individuals on one another and the ways in which they both shape and are shaped by American thought and historical experience, are the central concerns of the course. Where appropriate materials are available, biographical and autobiographical readings are supplemented by films, sound recordings and visits to historical sites.
Summer Offerings
SSIII: 80248: Aug 6-24; M-R 8:30-11:40 a.m.; Giannattasio; 329 New Academic Building
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