Myth, Magic, and Movies
PSYC 111
Fall 2018
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01
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We will examine how the mythic is made and what purposes myth and magic serve in modern culture. Guided by classic psychoanalytic ideas, we will seek to understand both the conscious and unconscious power of myths. The seven volumes in J. K. Rowling's HARRY POTTER series will be the core texts for the course, and we will explore how these texts were transformed by the eight Potter movies. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS PSYC |
| Course Format: Seminar | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
J.K. Rowling, HARRY POTTER, Vols. 1-7
1: 978-0590353427
2: 978-0439064873
3: 978-0439136365
4: 978-0439139601
5: 978-0439358071
6: 978-0439785969
7: 978-0545139700
It is essential to have read all the books before taking the class.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Assignments: 5 papers |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Please submit a POI request and send an email to rsteele@wesleyan.edu about why you wish to take Myth, Magic and Movies |
| Instructor(s): Steele,Robert S. Times: .....F. 01:20PM-04:10PM; Location: JUDD113; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 21 | Permission of instructor approval will be granted by the instructor during pre-registration through the Electronic Portfolio. Click "Add to My Courses" and "To request a POI electronically, click here" to submit your request. |
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