This course offers a critical examination of selected literary works from the Romantic Period to the contemporary era. Through the study of diverse texts, students engage with a wide range of cultural contexts, perspectives, and belief systems that have shaped literary expression across these historical periods. Over the course of the semester, students are required to produce a minimum of 2,500 words of written work, including revised drafts, demonstrating their ability to analyze, interpret, and respond to literature in a scholarly manner.
Prerequisites
ENG 101 with a grade of “C” or higher
1. Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the principles that define effective essay responses in a literary context.
2. Exhibit proficiency in close reading techniques, with attention to textual detail and interpretive depth.
3. Display a critical understanding of the literary contributions and thematic concerns of individual authors from later periods of English literature.
4. Apply analytical and interpretive skills independently, building upon insights gained through class discussions and collaborative inquiry.
5. Demonstrate familiarity with the defining features and literary developments characteristic of the Romantic, Victorian, and Twentieth-Century periods.
6. Articulate meaningful connections and thematic continuities across the three literary periods studied in the course.