The Great American Novel
ENGL 219
Spring 2007 not offered
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| Crosslisting:
AMST 224 |
A survey of classic works of American fiction. We will focus on texts celebrated not just for their literary achievement but for their aspiration to define the nature of American life and the aesthetic forms suitable to it. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA ENGL |
| Course Format: Lecture/Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
Major Readings:
Hawthorne, THE SCARLET LETTER
Melville, MOBY DICK
Stowe, UNCLE TOM'S CABIN
James, THE BOSTONIANS
Twain, ADVENTURE OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN
Wharton, THE AGE OF INNOCENCE
Wright, NATIVE SON
Ellison, INVISIBLE MAN
Keroac, ON THE ROAD
Morrison, BELOVED
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Examinations and Assignments:
Quizzes, midterm, final exam paper 10-15 pp. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
Reading assignments for this course will be substantial. |
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