ENG 385 - Studies in Nineteenth-Century American Literature and Culture

This course examines specific themes, works, or writers prominent in nineteenth-century American literature and culture. The course may focus on a particular literary tradition, genre, or theme; a literary and cultural movement; a theoretical issue in the development or study of nineteenth-century American literature; or the work of a single author. Possible topics include slavery and abolition in American literature, nineteenth-century popular culture, the domestic novel, American Renaissance, and Whitman and Dickinson. Students should consult the Department’s Course Guide for detailed descriptions.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 100 or College Writing Equivalent.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Course Typically Offered:
Course Type: English