ENGL 206 - Selected Readings in American Literature

Institution:

University of Richmond

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Description:

Selected works reflecting one or more major patterns in American literature. Specific emphasis may change from term to term. Prerequisite(s): English 103 with a grade of C or better or exemption. General Education Requirement: (FSLT) Unit(s): 1 Additional Information: Although the specific emphasis for each section of English 206 may change, in general this course is designed to introduce students to one or more major periods, patterns, or themes in American literature. Students read selections from multiple genres, including poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. In addition to discussions and studies of form and literary technique, the course also emphasizes how culture, history, and literature influence and shape each other. At the end of the course, students will be able to identify some of the varied characteristics of literature, apply techniques of literary analysis, use these skills in careful reading and clear writing, and demonstrate an understanding of the diverse social and historical contexts in which the texts are written.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.richmond.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 289-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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