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HCOM 454 - History of Victorian Britain


This course examines the key social and ideological influences that shaped the dominant concerns of Victorian Britain. Among these concerns are the roles of men and women, industrialization, class struggle, sexuality, racial difference, poverty and disease, education, and social change. Drawing on a wide range of textual evidence, the course provides opportunities to explore and apply methods of socio-cultural historical research.

Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE  Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Summer term only

Units: 4