HIS 231: History of London

(Lisa Bowers Isaacson), 2 credits, prerequisite: none. Enrollment cap: 25 in each of two sections. This course explores the history of London from its Roman origins to the present day and examines how royalty, trade, religion and transport have shaped the city's pattern of growth over 2,000 years. Course work consists of weekly lectures, guided walks and discussions of readings from contemporary sources. Students are given an opportunity to investigate an aspect of London history of particular interest to them.