ENGL 439 - Medieval Women and Writing

Institution:

Seattle University

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Description:

A study of writings by medieval women, which may Marie de France's Lais, Heloise's correspondencewith Abelard, The Book of Margery Kempe, Julian of Norwich's Showings, or Christine de Pizan's Book of the City of Ladies. Literary, political, and religious texts will be analyzed from a theoretical perspective, focusing on feminist theories. Feminist readings may include works by Hélène Cixous, Julia Kristeva, Theresa de Lauretis, or EveSedgwick. PM.

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.seattleu.edu

Phone Number:

(206) 296-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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