FWIS 135
WHAT IS A BOOK? THE MATERIAL FOUNDATIONS OF READING AND WRITING
This course will explore the history of books and the material (both intellectual and physical) from which they are created. We will consider how the physical form of books has shaped their content and meaning and think critically about how contemporary media shape our reading, writing, and thought.
Prerequisites & course information
Short Title: WHAT IS A BOOK? Department: First-Year Writing Intensive Grade Mode: Standard Letter Course Type: Seminar Credit Hours: 3 Restrictions: Enrollment is limited to Undergraduate, Undergraduate Professional or Visiting Undergraduate level students. Course Level: Undergraduate Lower-Level Course URL: pwc.rice.edu/
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026–2027