AMERICAN STUDIES 245 - Baseball in American Literature and Culture Spring 2009

Institution:

Franklin and Marshall College

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Description:

How do the history of baseball, writings about baseball, and the playing of the "national pastime"reflect and shape American values, social conflicts, and identity An exploration through readings in baseball literature and history. Topics include: American idealism and the American Dream; democracy and free enterprise; race and class conflicts; hero worship; patriotism; ethics (including corruption and disillusionment); and masculine identity. Same as ENG 245. O'Hara

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

WWW.FANDM.EDU

Phone Number:

(717) 291-3911

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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