The subject of the early modern mind and understanding are generally confined to the philosophical realm and discussion. This interdisciplinary seminar series seeks to challenge this monopoly and the monolithic take it contributes to perpetuate by shedding light on the various perceptions of the human mind that arose from within different perspectives (especially historical, literary, aesthetic and political) over the years 1600 to 1800. In this manner, we hope to offer a richer, more nuanced and contextually-based appreciation of this topic.
