ENGL 219 - Voices and Visions

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College of Marin

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(3.0 Units) (No prerequisite. Advisory: Eligibility for English 120. Three hours weekly.) Based on the acclaimed PBS series, this course offers a close look at the creative lives of 13 American poets. Beginning with precursors Whitman and Dickinson, the programs cover the entire range of twentieth century verse. Each writer's work is considered within a broad context involving literary tradition and cultural developments, with attention to geographical locale, family background, and individual preoccupations as well. While exploring the varieties of poetic inspiration, students gain experience in reading for comprehension and pleasure. Programs may be viewed by cassette. Writers include Frost, Eliot, Pound, Moore, Williams, Plath, and others. (CSU/UC) AA/AS Area C, CSU Area C-2

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.marin.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 457-8811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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