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History Group
Group Leader
David Cheshire (01202 820823)
At : The Hub
Fortnightly,
Tuesday 10.00 - 11.30
Please ensure you contact the Group Leader as places are limited.
Topics for 2018 - 2019
We will be doing three topics, one per term. Each topic covers the full range of historical periods, from ancient times to the present day.
Topic 1 - The Middle World: “Six visions of perfection” (Autumn term)
Topic 2 – History of Philosophy: A beginner’s guide (Spring term)
or “Nothing Nietzsche couldn’t teach ya” (Monty Python)
Is it possible for people who enjoy history to gain a meaningful appreciation and understanding of the history of philosophy without lengthy specialised study? There’s only one way to find out! Our six sessions will begin by defining what philosophy is and discussing its possible relevance. We will then undertake an “exploration for beginners” of its history by discussing individuals and themes from ancient Greek times, the Middle Ages, the Enlightenment, and the modern era of existentialism and postmodernism. In history it is often possible to perceive progress; does this apply to the history of philosophy?
Topic 3 - Patriarchy - Reflecting on gender in history (Summer term)
Male dominance - “patriarchy” - has a long, persistent and often shocking history. Historians trace its origins back to the dawn of history and the emergence of hierarchy in human societies. During these sessions we will discuss aspects of history’s gender dimension. Why did patriarchy take root and become so widespread across the world? How was it defended and attacked? When and why did it begin to change? How should the gender dimension form part of the practice and enjoyment of history?
Session Notes
Spring 2019 The History of Philosophy
History of Philosophy - Audio version
Summer 2019 History of Patriarchy
History of Patriarchy - Audio version
I joined Verwood U3A when I moved here in 2009 as a way of meeting people and keeping my brain active. I have been a member of various U3A Groups, including Family History, Current Affairs and the Reading Group and was a Committee member for a time. I used to be a history teacher and I volunteered to re-start the History Group in 2010. The enthusiasm here for history is tremendous. We enjoy learning together and I have can safely say that I have never enjoyed history more.
The History Group is a friendly group of enthusiasts from all backgrounds. No previous knowledge is required or assumed and we agree different topics each year. We strongly believe that history should be fun. We enjoy discussion and debate, sometimes in small groups, and look at a lot of historical documents to help us get into each topic. All my notes and handouts are posted on the website after each session by our webmaster Tony Bird (also a History Group member). If you like history, or would like to try it as a new interest, we will give you a warm welcome. No previous knowledge is assumed or needed, just your interest and enthusiasm and a wish to learn.
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