PHIL 1.17 Race and Modernity: W.E.B. DuBois, James Baldwin, Lorraine Hansberry

This course will examine the classical works of three towering modern intellectuals: W.E.B. Du Bois, James Baldwin, and Lorraine Hansberry. We will wrestle with the rich formulations, subtle arguments, and courageous visions of three Black thinkers who continue to speak with power and passion to our turbulent times.

Instructor

K.B. Thomas

Cross Listed Courses

AAAS 21.10 ENGL 53.43

Degree Requirement Attributes

Dist:LIT; WCult:W

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Offered

• Fall