ENG 224 - Mystery Fiction

Institution:

Mount Wachusett Community College

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Description:

3 credits This course studies the history and nature of the mystery story from the works of Poe to such present day masters as Agatha Christie and Tony Hillerman. Students will examine both the relationship of mystery fiction to the culture of its time and the changing role of the detective hero. Students will study the techniques of the mystery writer and the relationship between mystery fiction and "serious" literature. Works by such authors as Poe, Arthur Conan Doyle, Hammett, Chandler, Christie, and Hillerman are included. Prerequisite: ENG102 or permission of instructor/division dean. Fall.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

MWCC.EDU

Phone Number:

(978) 632-6600

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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