HIST7804 · History
Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences
No field in American history has been more dynamic and more debated than the history of slavery in the United States. This course covers a broad range of critical questions and historical debates about slavery in the United States, including the evolution of slavery over time, slavery and gender roles,the position of free blacks in a slave society, slave religion, and the impact of slavery on the nation. From a few of the classic texts on slavery to the most recent and acclaimed scholarship, we will explore some of the more controversial, innovative, and provocative works in the field.
Course experience
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Organization
4.7 / 5
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Challenge
5.0 / 5
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Attendance
5.0 / 5
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Assignments
4.8 / 5
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Weekly effort
~7
hours per week
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Summer 2024
1 section