Shakespeare the Philosopher
Shakespeare the Philosopher
GENINT 711.301
Osher (50+). In this course, we screen and discuss film adaptations of Shakespeare's plays.
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Critically examine Shakespearean works
Identify elements of poetry
Identify elements of philosophy
Analyze Shakespeare as a philosopher and poet
About This Course
As a poet and philosopher, Shakespeare captured the human condition with unmatched depth. Examining classic tragedies such as Macbeth, King Lear, Hamlet, and Richard III, this course explores how dramatic art reveals existential truths more powerfully than an essay. Our discussion analyzes the philosophical spectrum of his plays—from nihilism to a cosmic providence that shapes our ends. Join us in this unique course and philosophize with the “Soul of the Age.”