Typically examines selected themes, genres or periods in Chinese, Japanese or Indian literature. May also explore issues and/or periods in Chinese, Japanese or Indian cultural and intellectual history. Prerequisite: One of the following courses - ARTH 133, ARTH 134, ARTH 135, ARTH 234, ASIA 140, ASIA 197, HIST 107, HIST 108, POLS 253, REL 130, or REL 253
| Distribution Area | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| One of the following courses - ARTH 133, ARTH 134, ARTH 135, ARTH 234, ASIA 140, ASIA 197, HIST 107, HIST 108, POLS 253, REL 130, or REL 253 | 1/2-1 course |
Spring Semester information
Joshua Herr390A: Tps:In Tiger's Jaws: Crisis and Recovery in East Asia, 1550-1720
Ming China in the 16th century was at the center of the global economy but a series of crises in the 17th century led not only to its downfall but also to widespread warfare and turmoil in the region. From the ashes of the old order arose new regimes such as the Qing in China and the Tokugawa in Japan, setting the stage for unprecedented stability and prosperity in the 18th century. This course examines aspects of this transition, including culture, trade, environment, class, ethnicity, politics, and ideology, and state and society responses.