HIST 100
History of the Ancient World
An introduction to ancient world history through an exploration of the development of diverse cultural, religious, social, economic and political systems. Various themes will be explored, such as the origin of cities, the rise and fall of empires, the relationship between religion and politics, and the relationship between citizen and state. Several geographical areas will be discussed including Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indian Subcontinent, China, Greece and Rome. Section information text: <strong>Course Description: </strong>An introduction to ancient world history through an exploration of the development of diverse cultural, religious, social, economic and political systems. Various themes will be explored, such as the origin of cities, the rise and fall of empires, the relationship between religion and politics, and the relationship between citizen and state. Several geographical areas will be discussed including Mesopotamia, Egypt, Indian Subcontinent, China, Greece and Rome.<br/><strong>Note: </strong>HIST 100 is an approved Self and Society course for Cap Core requirements.<br/><strong>Reg Notes: </strong>none<br/><strong>