EL 201 - Literary Criticism II:Contemporary Theories

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Saint Vincent College

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Description:

This intermediate-level course for English majors and minors continues the historical survey begun in Literary Criticism I. Beginning with a review of early twentieth century criticism by writers like T.S. Eliot and Cleanth Brooks, students concentrate on critical theories of the contemporary period. Students also explore major ideas that reach across periods-mimesis, pragmatism, organicism, structuralism, post-structuralism, cultural criticism, and literary theory. Thus, they learn to write about literature and to develop a critical vocabulary. Course requirements include three shorter essays, two tests, class participation, and a final examination. This course is required of all English majors. This course does not fulfill requirements for the Core. Three credits.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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