Literature 4630 - African American Literature Prior to 1900

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University of Missouri-St Louis

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Prerequisites: (Majors) ENGL 3090, (Non-majors) ENGL 3100 or consent of instructor.? An examination of the roots of the African American literary tradition with emphasis on 19th century texts, primarily rhetoric and oratory by African Americans, though more contemporary work and other "forms" may be included.? Study will focus on captivity/slave narratives, autobiography, sermons, poetry, prose, antebellum and post-bellum essays, speeches, spirituals and other relevant materials.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umsl.edu/

Phone Number:

(314) 516-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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