144018 UE M7: European Cultural History (2020W)

A glance at the literature on "European cultural history" shows that there is no such thing as European history. Rather, we find ourselves confronted with diverse perspectives. Moreover, "European cultural history" is actually about different national historiographies, even if the term "European" gives the impression of having something in common. In this seminar, the main aim will be to work out together, openly and critically reflecting on the point of view from which (cultural) histories are told and what is left out. Furthermore, it will be discussed which normality is generated by dual thinking "European" and "non-European" and what role this normality still plays in the present.
What insights would a non-dualistic way of thinking (Josef Mitterer) lead to if "European" and "non-European" were thought together and shared stories were told in this way. This question is to be discussed by way of examples in the following subject areas: "histories of the European Enlightenment", "histories of religion", "histories of migration", "Orientalism" etc.
Thematic introduction by the head of the LV, written comments that will be discussed during the attendance time. Deepening through impulse lectures.