Practices of Literary Study

4 credits · Undergraduate

This writing-focused course is a small, faculty-led seminar on the practice and discipline of literary analysis. It is meant for all students who seek an introductory literary course in which the skills of textual analysis and critical writing are central, including those who may wish to major in English. Focusing on the close study of a few works, rather than a survey of many, the seminar will help students develop college-level skills for interpreting literature. The seminar will develop students’ ability to read closely and communicate their analysis effectively.