ENG 117 - SCIENCE FICTION

Institution:

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

English

Description:

Advanced technologies, both mechanical and digital; alien lifeforms, both monstrous and beautiful; and space exploration, of planets near and far: these themes have been imagined in the amazing stories and weird tales of science fiction since its emergence. This course examines classic and contemporary stories of science fiction, focusing on film, novels and short fiction, and graphic narrative. Students will address some of th genre's most popular and most innovative texts, and will engage its history and development. Space odysseys, wars among the stars, and some even stranger things will appear as we read, discuss, and think critically about the enduring importance and artistic joys of science fiction.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2005 - 08/14/2022 

Institution Website:

www.kutztown.edu/

Phone Number:

(610) 683-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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