Università Roma Tre

The course of History of Modern Philosophy is part of the complementary training activities of the program in Philosophical sciences (MA level). Through the reading of the classics of modern philosophy, the course aims to provide students with a knowledge not only of the thought of the authors treated, but also, more generally, of the epistemological and methodological foundations of historical-philosophical research. In particular, through the comparison between the works of the same author or different authors, the course aims to make accessible to the student the evolution of this or that thinker, or the dense network of convergences and divergences, of debts or distance taken of which is interwoven between several authors. By indicating from time to time the difficulties presented by the texts and the most representative interpretative solutions that have been given, it aims to stimulate the critical reflection and autonomy of judgment of the student. Finally, the recommended texts are aimed at fostering the ability to deal with scientific literature and the development of the skills necessary for the autonomy of research. At the end of the course, the students will have acquired knowledge of a central episode in the history of modern philosophy and the debates it has given rise to. They will also be able to apply the knowledge acquired in a philosophical discussion and in the theoretical and historical-philosophical argumentation. They will also have strengthened their ability to critically analyze and contextualize sources, as well as their property of language and argumentative ability in relation to the topics covered in the course