PHL-276 Philosophy of Food

GER: TA (Critical, Analytical Interpretation of Texts)
Prerequisite: PHL-101
Examination of the philosophical aspects of food from historical, ethical and aesthetic perspectives. The role of food in Plato’s Republic and Aristotle’s Ethics and throughout the history of philosophy. The construction of ethical systems in regard to growing food, consuming food, animal rights, and resource management. An examination of aesthetic pleasure and disgust, as well as a consideration of “taste”. 4 credits.