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Lecturer(s)
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Svoboda Milan, doc. PhDr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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Annotation: The course, structured chronologically in the five thematic sections, acquaints with the contemporary conception of the interpretation of the Czech early modern history. It aims to the general considerations concerning the incorporation of the Czech countries into the Hapsburgh monarchy. It does not avoid the historiographic problems of interpretation. The seminars deal with the chosen topics to the lectures in detail; particularly, in groups and en bloc. It takes into consideration the interpretation of sources and use of literature creatively. It assumes the knowledge of the bases of historic work with his ability to critically work with electronic mediums. Themes: I) Hapsburgs -dynastic phenomenon of the Czech and European history 01) Historical stereotypes and interpretations, their activities in the Czech history 02) New approaches and research about Estates, absolutism and confession policy II) Hapsburg Empire in the Middle Europe 1526-1790 03) Monarch and Estates: from Ferdinand I until Ferdinand III (1526-1657). Empire court and its representation 04) Czech lands, Hungary, Croatia, Transylvania 05) Holy Roman Empire and Hapsburg hereditary countries, Emperor and Empire (1520-1648) 06) Warfare and finance. Hapsburgs and Ottomans, taxes and bank houses. "Lond War" (1618-1648) 07) Faith and confession in the Hereditary countries of Hapsburgs. Reformation, counter-reformation, Protestantism and Catholic reform. Exile. Baroque devoutness. Social and confession desciplination. Witch processes, heretics. 08)Culture, reneissance and mannerism in the Czech lands. Baroque Bohemia. III) "Long Austrian Century" (1700-1792) 09) Monarchs from Leopold I until Leopold II (1657-1792) 10) Warriors, reformers, politicians and artists 11)Expansion of the Hapsburg Empire, defence of her integrity and colonialism. Military conflicts in Europe (1740-48, 1756-63) and Balkan 12) Changes of the spiritual world: secularization, Enlightenment and tolerance 13) Century of the splendour and misery: court in Baroque, festivities, music and theatre. Social disproportions: conflicts and epidemies 14) Summary of the course
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Monological explanation (lecture, presentation,briefing), Dialogue metods(conversation,discussion,brainstorming)
- Class attendance
- 56 hours per semester
- Preparation for exam
- 62 hours per semester
- Home preparation for classes
- 62 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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The course, structured chronologically in the five thematic sections, acquaints with the contemporary conception of the interpretation of the Czech early modern history. It aims to the general considerations concerning the incorporation of the Czech countries into the Hapsburgh monarchy. It does not avoid the historiographic problems of interpretation. The seminars deal with the chosen topics to the lectures in detail; particularly, in groups and en bloc. It takes into consideration the interpretation of sources and use of literature creatively. It assumes the knowledge of the bases of historic work with his ability to critically work with electronic mediums.
It corresponds to the definition of the subject and to the demands given in syllabus.
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Prerequisites
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Fulfilment of previous study obligations, see the study program.
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Oral exam
fulfilment of homework; passing a test successfully; study of recommended literature
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Recommended literature
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Janáček, J. České dějiny. Doba předbělohorská I/1-2, Praha 1968-1984.
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Maur, E. Československé dějiny 1648-1781, Praha 1976.
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Vorel, P. Velké dějiny Zemí koruny české, VII, Praha 2005.
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