ENGL 40727 - The American Novel, 1929-Present

Institution:

University of Notre Dame

Subject:

English

Description:

This seminar will explore representative works of U.S. fiction ranging from modernist classics through post-WWII works and contemporary novels emphasizing issues of multiculturalism. The course will be reading-intensive, and will emphasize close reading skills, cultural analysis and historical contexts for each novel. Students will write three papers that are expected to perform literary analysis and integrate historical readings and/or literary theory from library reserves. As always, drafts are welcome and encouraged.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nd.edu

Phone Number:

(574) 631-5000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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