EN 638 - The American Short Story: Devlepmnt&Crit

Institution:

Arcadia University

Subject:

English

Description:

Chronological examination of some of the best examples of the American short story from its beginnings to the present day. Emphasizes an historical perspective of changing forms and expressions of the genre and tests the validity of contemporary critical methods. Concentrates on prominent works of the following writers: Irving, Poe, Hawthorne, Melville, James, Crane, Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Porter, Oates and others. (old #438) Prerequisite: one course in American literature, American history, or literary criticism

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.arcadia.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 572-2900

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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