Political Science 270 - Ancient Pol Thought
Spring
2026
01
3.00
Roberto Alejandro
TU TH 4:00PM 5:15PM
UMass Amherst
84817
Machmer Hall room W-27
ralejand@polsci.umass.edu
Introduction to Western political thought. Classical Greek political philosophies; their evolution from Socrates to Stoicism; the confrontation of the Greek tradition and Hebraic outlook via Christianity as seen in Augustine and Aquinas. Exploration of the relationship of political theory to history, drama, prophecy, and theology.
Open to Senior, Junior and Sophomore POLISCI majors & minors. Strongly suggest taking Polisci 171 prior.