Utopias and Dystopias
The utopian world is the one of prosperity, equality, an ideal we are all seeking. Dystopia, on the other hand, demonstrates that the public good can be destructive.
In this course, we will discuss the major literary works that originated from the two opposite genres. We will explore the concepts, authors, and problematic subjects that pop up in this respect. We will find out how the authors of the past imagined our modern world and why it always appeared tragic.
In this course, we will discuss the major literary works that originated from the two opposite genres. We will explore the concepts, authors, and problematic subjects that pop up in this respect. We will find out how the authors of the past imagined our modern world and why it always appeared tragic.
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Duration: 5 hours
Pricing: $49.99 USD
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Video course in English
Who is this course for?
Everyone who loves reading
We will look at the major works that tackled utopian and dystopian realities. You will recognize the authors’ messages and make your list of must-read books.
Philologists and journalists
We will discuss the essential characteristics of the genres. You will be able to write reviews and reflect on utopias, and dystopias like an expert does.
Teachers
We will show manifestations of utopias and dystopias we can find today and discuss what predictions of the past can be confirmed.
Course format
Full HD
High-quality sound
5 hours of the salient information
Real emotions and charismatic lecturers
Detailed description and helpful visuals
Tests for self-examination after each lecture
The course will help you:
1.
understand profound ideas of the literary works
2.
reflect on the utopias and dystopias like an expert
3.
know the genres, authors, and key texts
4.
view the world from a new perspective and discern current changes
see what phenomena of the present were foreseen by the authors of the past
5.
Study process
Study process
Program of the course
Module 1
Module 1
Classical Utopias
45 minutes
- Republic by Plato
- Utopia by T. More and The City of the Sun by T. Campanella
- New Atlantis by F. Bacon and Gulliver’s Travels by J.Swift
Module 2
Module 2
Earliest Dystopias
45 minutes
- Frankenstein and The Last Man by M. Shelley
- The Island of Dr. Moreau and The Time Machine by H.G.Wells
- Invitation to a Beheading by V. Nabokov and The Foundation Pit by A. Platonov
Module 3
Module 3
Classical Dystopias
45 minutes
- We by Y. Zamyatin
- Brave New World by A.Huxley
- 1984 by G. Orwell
Module 4
Module 4
Dystopias of the Second Half of the 20th Century
45 minutes
- Lord of the Flies by W. Golding
- Fahrenheit 451 by R. Bradbury
- Atlas Shrugged by A. Rand and Slaughterhouse-Five by K. Vonnegut
Module 5
Module 5
Non-Classical Dystopias
45 minutes
- Neuromancer by W. Gibson and Ready Player One by E. Cline
- Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by P. K. Dick and Eden by S. Lem
- The Handmaid’s Tale by M. Atwood and Snail on the Slope by B. Strugatsky
Bonus lecture
Bonus lecture
The Tragedy of the Lost Generation: Hemingway, Remarque, Fitzgerald
2 hours
Bonus lecture
Bonus lecture
Intellectual Riddles of Joseph Brodsky
2 hours
Bonus lecture
Bonus lecture
The Mystery of Shakespeare's Personality
2 hours
Bonus lecture
Bonus lecture
Kazimir Malevich. Revolution in Art
2 hours
Three courses in a bundle
25 hours
$59.99
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About the project
Art for Introvert is one of the biggest educational projects in Europe. Our ultimate goal is to make art, psychology, and science accessible to a wider public.
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Reviews
- I’m really impressed with the amount and quality of info I received with your lectures! I took the course on the history of cinema and enjoyed the whole thing, loved the way you made it. It’s nice to see people who are eager to bring knowledge to others. Art for Introvert, glad to have discovered your project!Adam Mayson
- Finally sorted out the history of art in my head thanks to your course. Great job, guys! It's really convenient you divided lectures into modules. The speaker was nice to listen to, and I loved the deep delve into the details of each painting you talked about. For sure, it's better to learn about painting with pros than browsing through weird websites.Grace Milestone
- Finished watching the course on cognitive psychology. I was looking for the comprehensive content that would give me a clear understanding of the subject, and perhaps better my perception of myself and improve my relationships with other people. No regrets about the money paid for the course, Art for Introvert does a great job when it comes to psychology, examples from real life, and clear explanations of what stands behind our actions, thoughts, desires and traumas. Thank you!!Jessica Widebrook
- I've just completed the course Become an Art Historian. Awesome format. The presentation of the material was fascinating, and 24 hours just flew by. I’m glad that for once I’ve spent my time meaningfully. Pulling myself together to take another course, on architecture this time.George Farlane
- I’m really impressed with the amount and quality of info I received with your lectures! I took the course on the history of cinema and enjoyed the whole thing, loved the way you made it. It’s nice to see people who are eager to bring knowledge to others. Art for Introvert, glad to have discovered your project!Adam Mayson
- Finally sorted out the history of art in my head thanks to your course. Great job, guys! It's really convenient you divided lectures into modules. The speaker was nice to listen to, and I loved the deep delve into the details of each painting you talked about. For sure, it's better to learn about painting with pros than browsing through weird websites.Grace Milestone
- Finished watching the course on cognitive psychology. I was looking for the comprehensive content that would give me a clear understanding of the subject, and perhaps better my perception of myself and improve my relationships with other people. No regrets about the money paid for the course, Art for Introvert does a great job when it comes to psychology, examples from real life, and clear explanations of what stands behind our actions, thoughts, desires and traumas. Thank you!!Jessica Widebrook
- I've just completed the course Become an Art Historian. Awesome format. The presentation of the material was fascinating, and 24 hours just flew by. I’m glad that for once I’ve spent my time meaningfully. Pulling myself together to take another course, on architecture this time.George Farlane
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