ENGL 206 - Introduction to Writing Creative Nonfiction

Institution:

Washington and Lee University

Subject:

English

Description:

Prerequisite: Competition of FW requirement. An introductory course in writing four key types of creative nonfiction: the personal essay, travel writing, memoir and biography. We’ll examine essential elements of the craft, from researching ideas to structuring stories and honing prose style. Ongoing, intensive writing workshops, class excursions, and study of superlative works of contemporary creative nonfiction will enliven students’ writing practice. Darznik.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wlu.edu/

Phone Number:

(540) 458-8400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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