ENG 317 ,318 - Lyric Traditions:Beginnings to 1800

Institution:

Muhlenberg College

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Description:

This course will trace the evolution of lyric forms, subject, and attitudes from their medieval beginnings to the late eighteenth century. We will examine the social and historical origins of particular forms (the sonnet, for example) and the resurgence of earlier lyric traditions in the poetry of nineteenth and twentieth century poets like Emily Dickinson and Elizabeth Bishop. Meets general academic requirement L (and W which applies to 318 only).

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.muhlenberg.edu

Phone Number:

(484) 664-3100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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