This course explores the diverse cultural landscapes of North America, examining the intersections of geography, history, and culture. Students will analyze the spatial distribution of cultural groups, the impact of historical events on cultural landscapes, and the ongoing processes of cultural change and adaptation, including settlement patterns and sources of regional diversity; immigration and ethnic subcultures; industrialization, urbanization and suburbanization; the development and geographical distribution of contemporary political cultures and identities; and the geographical dimensions of contemporary political and cultural conflicts. Furthermore, we will delve into the ways in which spaces and places are constructed culturally and unevenly, shedding light on the relations of power that shape the processes involved in their creation and maintenance.
- Professor: Denisa Krásná