ENGL 316 - Forms Of Poetry

Institution:

Northeastern Illinois University

Subject:

English

Description:

This course will examine some of the traditional poetic forms-lyric, narrative, and dramatic- which have been used by poets throughout literary history. Readings and discussion will engage students in an analysis of each form- its technical characteristics, its place in literary history, and its relevance to comtemporary writers and readers of poetry. Students will write imitations of several poetic forms as well as critical essays about them.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.neiu.edu/

Phone Number:

(773) 583-4050

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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