French Civilization

Concentrating on political and social history, rather than on “high culture,” this course is designed to introduce the moments and personages who have defined France and what it is to be French across the centuries. Some high points include Roman Gaul, the Carolingian Renaissance, St. Louis and the high Gothic Period, Jeanne d'Arc and the Hundred Years' War, Renaissance and Reform, Louis XIV and Versailles, the Revolution, Napoléon, Revolution and Restoration in the 19th century, and France at war in the 20th century.

Grade Basis: AL
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0

Prerequisites:

Restrictions:

  • On demand
  • Permission of course can be granted from instructor

Last updated: 03/01/2021