HIST 387: Topics in Global History

HIST 387-003: The History of Happiness in the Modern World
(Spring 2023)

12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR

East Building 122

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Section Information for Spring 2023

This course explores various aspects of happiness in modern societies, with a primary focus on developments since the 18th century and issues around happiness in the world today. Major topics include the role of religion and regional traditions; the nature of the modern “happiness revolution” and its drawbacks; political uses of happiness; the eager interest in happiness in the world today – and its limitations. In various ways, happiness has been a significant theme in modern world history, and it stands as a goal and a problem for many modern people. The course offers a chance to explore these themes, and it may offer some opportunity to reflect on personal goals.

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Course Information from the University Catalog

Credits: 3-6

Study of historical topics or periods of special interest in global, Latin American, African, Asian, or Middle Eastern history. Notes: Topics announced in advance. May be repeated for credit when topic is different. May be repeated within the term.
Mason Core: Global Understanding
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies, Non-Western Culture
Schedule Type: Lec/Sem #1, Lec/Sem #2, Lec/Sem #3, Lec/Sem #4, Lec/Sem #5, Lec/Sem #6, Lec/Sem #7, Lec/Sem #8, Lec/Sem #9, Lecture, Sem/Lec #10, Sem/Lec #11, Sem/Lec #12, Sem/Lec #13, Sem/Lec #14, Sem/Lec #15, Sem/Lec #16, Sem/Lec #17, Sem/Lec #18
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.

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