Poetry and Politics in New York City, 1930-1975
ENGL 289
Spring 2009
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01
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| Crosslisting:
AMST 293 |
This course is a study of the relation between dissensual political and social movements--queer, communist, feminist, anarchist, African American nationalist, and beat--and poetry written in and about New York City during the mid-20th century. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA ENGL |
| Course Format: Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ENGL201 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (AMST) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Poems by Crane, Moore, Oppen, Reznikoff, Hughes, Rukeyser, O'Hara, Schuyler, Baraka, Ginsberg, with attention to historical backgrounds on the old and new left, gay liberation, feminism, black nationalism.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Approximately six short papers; or a research paper. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Some previous acquaintance with poetry or American history is recommended. Punctual and regular attendance. Willing and ready participation in classroom discussion. This course meets the English Department's Research Option requirement for Senior thesis writers. |
| Instructor(s): Abelove,Henry Times: ..T.... 01:10PM-04:00PM; Location: DAC300; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 15 | | SR major: 4 | JR major: 5 | | |
| Seats Available: -1 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 2 | JR non-major: 2 | SO: 2 | FR: X |
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