This unit offers students an inspirational history of the ways in which different cultures throughout history have constructed different interpretations of nature and accordingly their relations to it. It examines the ways in which nature has been constructed mythically, theologically, ideologically, philosophically, scientifically and artistically. The unit prepares students intellectually for the environmental and related philosophical challenges of the twenty-first century which will impact upon all professions.<br/><br/>The unit covers various strands of Western and Eastern history including topics such as the agricultural revolution, the development of the first cities, the middle... -- Course Website
