Medieval Literature and Social Control

Undergraduate

Medieval English literature in relation to the management of different populations in Britain in the late Middle Ages. Topics include the English Rising of 1381, punishment systems, sexuality, literacies and class, the disciplining of bodies to conform to etiquette, the regulation of female speech, and colonization and civility. Course Format: Seminar, 3 hours per week. Restrictions: Open to ENCW (single or combined), ENGL (single or combined), ENGL (Honours)/BEd (Intermediate/Senior), WRDS (single or combined) and MARS (single or combined) majors with approval to year 4 (honours) or permission of the instructor and Chair. Cross-Listing(s): MARS 4P06 Course Notes: This course may be offered in multiple modes of delivery. The method of delivery will be listed on the academic timetable, in the applicable term.