POLI7809 · Political Science
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
This seminar examines the modern state in comparative historical perspective. The focus is on the relationship between war, the state and society. The course considers how modern warfare contributed to the rise of the modern state as the principal form of organization in world politics. In addition, it seeks to demonstrate how the state gives shape to modern society. Finally, the course addresses the issue of the decline of the modern state in response to post-modern military and economic challenges.
Course experience
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Organization
3.7 / 5
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Challenge
4.5 / 5
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Attendance
4.7 / 5
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Assignments
4.6 / 5
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Weekly effort
~5
hours per week
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Fall 2021
1 section