ENGL 3740 - American Writers I

Institution:

St Catherine University

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Description:

This course explores origins and ideas of early American literature ? discovery through the period commonly known as the American Renaissance. After a brief look at the literature of the 15th through the 18th centuries, the course concentrates on major rebels, romantics and realists of the 19th century and their preoccupations with such issues as the individual and American identity, freedom and slavery, the role of women, immigration and cultural diversity, nature, and industrialization. Does not meet the liberal arts core requirement in literature. Offered in alternate years. Prerequisite: ENGL 2200 or equivalent.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stkate.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 690-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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