FREN 1177: Magicians, Witches, Wizards: Parallel Beliefs and Popular Culture in France
The search for traces of a counter culture which grew out of pagan beliefs and remained latent despite the domination of Christianity from the Middle Ages to modern times. Tales of magic and witchcraft, as presented by texts and films. The evolution of exemplary figures like Merlin or Nostradomus. Taught in English.
- Credits
- 3
- Offered
- Spring 2027, Fall 2026
- Campuses
- Storrs
- Gen Ed
- CA1: Arts & Humanities, CA4 International, TOI1: Creativity, TOI2: Cultural Dimension
- Requirements
- COGS 2201; open only with the consent of instructor. Recommended preparation: At least two of ANTH 3002, CSE 4705, PHIL 3250, or PSYC 2501.
Spring 2027 sections
Taught by Mary Allen and Zhupeng Li.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 6:30PM - 9:45PM / Th | Mary Allen, Zhupeng Li | Storrs | MCHU 102 | 133 of 240 open |
Seats as of Nov 12, 2026. HuskyScheduler shows live seats when you search.
Fall 2026 sections
Taught by Mary Allen and Zhupeng Li.
| Section | Type | Meets | Instructor | Campus | Room | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | LEC | 6:30PM - 9:45PM / Tu | Mary Allen, Zhupeng Li | Storrs | MCHU 102 | 1 of 240 open |
Seats as of Nov 12, 2026. HuskyScheduler shows live seats when you search.