ENG 276 - African American Literature

Institution:

Westmoreland County Community College

Subject:

English

Description:

This course will examine the literary contributions of African American writers beginning with works from the oral tradition, with an emphasis on writers' African roots, proceeding chronologically to the contemporary writers of the Neo-realistic (1970-present) movement. The course will also explore historical and cultural issues, as well as societal problems encountered by African American authors from the Colonial through the Antebellum period and into the Harlem Renaissance. The course will introduce students to traditional literary forms including poetry, narrative, and drama, but may also include speeches, letters, sermons, and/or nonfiction essays.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.westmoreland.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 925-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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