Description
The definition of human rights has its roots in Enlightenment thought and became a significant issue during the French Revolution. Initially focused on safeguarding the rights of the European elite, the movement evolved to include the demands of commoners—first men, and later women—seeking a place in political society. These demands continue to inspire debate into our own century.
Charlie Steen’s classes place historical events in context with art, architecture, religion, and other cultural aspects of a period. He continues to teach western civilization part-time at UNM and has authored several books, including A Cultural History of Early Modern Europe. A graduate of UNM, he also holds a PhD from UCLA.