English Literatures and Cultures 700-1660

3 credits · Undergraduate

(3 hrs Lecture) This course addresses the history of literature of England from the 8th century until the Restoration in 1660. The course may comprise an overall survey and/or an exploration of significant literary and cultural moments, movements or topics across this time frame. Reading in the poetry, drama, and prose of the Old and Middle English, Tudor, Elizabethan, and Jacobean periods may be combined with selected theoretical and critical texts from each literary period, to demonstrate changing views about the production, reception, and role of literature in society. Requisite Courses: 6 credit hours of First-year English, including ENGL-1001(6) or ENGL-1000(3) [prerequisite(s)].