Representations of Judaism from Romanticism to Modernity

3 credits

Beginning with literary contexts from the Bible, Jewish mythology, and Shakespeare, this course ultimately focuses on British representations of Judaism from the mid 18th to the late 19th century. The aim is to investigate how “Judaism,” as imagined by various artists, complicates narratives of historical and national identity in England. *Note: This course is intended for ENGL Honours students. Students who are not ENGL Honours students require permission of the Department Head to register.* *Note: Students may receive credit for one of ENGL 425AF or ENGL 805AF.*