Speaking of Earth: Environmental Speeches that Moved the World

MOD2163.01
Course System Home Terms Spring 2020 Speaking of Earth: Environmental Speeches that Moved the World

Course Description

Summary

In this course, based on the book Speaking of Earth, edited by Alon Tal, we will read twenty inspiring speeches by leading environmentalists around the world that examine a broad range of environmental issues. Included in the course is Rachel Carson's defense of her ground breaking book Silent Spring, Prince Charles's passionate call for sustainable agriculture, and the Dalai Lama's explanation of a path to ecological harmony. The module will include participants in the class writing their own speech.

Prerequisites

None.

Please contact the faculty member : MCohen@bennington.edu

Instructor

  • Michael Cohen

Day and Time

Academic Term

Spring 2020

Area of Study

Credits

1

Course Level

2000

Maximum Enrollment

20