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ENGL-220XX Topics in Literature

These special-topics courses are organized by author, period, or theme, with an emphasis on class discussion and reading for pleasure and understanding. Topics vary; see the University Course Schedule.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-22100 The Experience of Literature

This course provides an introduction to the study of poetry, drama, fiction and creative non-fiction, with an emphasis on structure and meaning. Selections used as models of the genres are chosen for high interest value and general accessibility.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-22500 Introducing Shakespeare

Students explore Shakespeare's life and works, especially as presented in performance and in film. This course may be applied to the Film Studies minor.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-22600 The Bible as Literature

This course examines various works in the Judeo-Christian Scriptures from a literary point of view, focusing on selected narratives, histories, and poems, and on how the texts reflect the intentions and understanding of those who wrote or recorded them. More recent adaptations of biblical literature will also be studied.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-22700 Stories into Film

A study of adaptations from fiction to film is provided, with attention to the nature and structure of both genres.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23000 Introduction to Fiction

Students examine the narrative methods, conventions, and themes of fiction.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23200 Introduction to Drama

Students examine the narrative methods, conventions, and themes of dramatic literature.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23400 Introduction to Poetry

Students examine the methods, conventions, and themes of poetry.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23500 U.S. Literature: Beginnings to 1865

This course provides a historical survey of significant works in American and U.S. literature from diverse pre-colonial and colonial writing, addressing Puritanism, Federalism, Romanticism, and Transcendentalism.  200-level survey courses may be taken in any sequence.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23600 U.S. Literature: 1865 to Present

This course provides a historical survey of significant works in U.S. literature, particularly addressing the rise of Realism and Naturalism through Modernism and Postmodernism.  200-level survey courses may be taken in any sequence.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23700 British Literature: Beginnings to 1800

This course provides a historical survey of significant works in British literature from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Restoration periods to the Neoclassical, excluding Shakespeare.  200-level survey courses may be taken in any sequence.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-23800 British Literature: 1800 to Present

This course provides a historical survey of significant works in British literature from the Romantic, Victorian, and Edwardian periods through Modernism and Postmodernism.  200-level survey courses may be taken in any sequence.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100

ENGL-25000 Introduction to English Studies

Students are introduced to the history of rhetorical and literary theories, and to the primary sources and critical vocabulary of literature and composition studies. This course serves as preparation to more advanced English courses, as well as an orientation to the major. Open to English majors and minors or those considering English Studies. This course does not satisfy the General Education requirement for literature.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11200

ENGL-27000 Introduction to Film Studies

This course introduces students to the strategies and methods of film criticism and studies narrative components of film (film grammar), including (but not limited to) directors' strategies, shot properties, mise-en-scène, editing, acting, and the use of sound in films, especially classics. The course also introduces the study of genres and styles of filmmaking. Students must attend scheduled screening sessions outside of weekly class hours.

3

Prerequisites

ENGL 11100