Introduction to Popular Narrative

3-9 credits

One or more popular literary genres, such as detective fiction, science fiction, romance, gothic fiction, horror fiction, and fantasy, with a focus on narrative methods, fictional techniques and the relationship between socio-political formations and genre. At least 35% of class time involves practice-based instruction in critical analysis, essay writing and research. Prerequisite: One of ENGL 109, ENGL 112, ENGL 114, ENGL 150, ENGL 151, ENGL 153, ENGL 154, ENGL 155, ENGL 156.