English 160 - Introduction to Literary And Cultural Theory

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Macalester College

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Description:

In the 20th century, the field of literary theory was entirely transformed, borrowing insights from other disciplines and influencing them in turn. Its interactions with politics, philosophy and pop culture have created new insights into cultural theory. This class will survey some of the most controversial schools of recent critical theory, including such topics as the New Criticism, Marxism, the Frankfurt School, psychoanalysis, feminism, structuralism, deconstruction, the new historicism, queer theory, critical race theory, and postcolonial theory. Alternate years. (4 credits)

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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