LI 211 - American Literature II

Institution:

Miles Community College

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Description:

American Literature II covers 1865 to contemporary times, is a critical reading/writing/thinking intensive sophomore level course. The focus is placed upon recognizing and understanding literary terms, approaches to critical analysis, and understanding basic assumptions about major moments and movements in Post Reconstruction "American" literary history and criticism. The premise is that we will examine important elements of fiction, poetry, and drama to better understand what they offer, to understand how they are constructed, to comprehend why they continue appeal to readers; and finally, why they are distinctly American in substance and form. We will read representative selections, analyze and discuss philosophies, societal mores, social milieus and social concerns.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

milescc.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 541-9281

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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