CHEKHOV: THE DRAMA OF MODERN LIFE
Russian culture is one where literature has always played a central role in the nation's self-definitions, but Chekhov's enduring popularity around the globe is evidence of his universal appeal and relevance.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: Sophomore standing Course Designation: Core GenEd - Humanities & Arts Breadth - Literature Level - Intermediate L&S Credit - L&S Liberal Arts and Science Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Become familiar with the major works of Anton Chekhov, one of the most influential writers in world literature. Audience: Undergraduate 2. Demonstrate knowledge with the history, culture, and politics of pre-1917 Russia, and show the relevance of Chekhov’s works to our time. Audience: Undergraduate 3. Cultivate various critical approaches to the study of literature and read, analyze, and write about complex literary works. Audience: Undergraduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Become familiar with the major works of Anton Chekhov, one of the most influential writers in world literature. Audience: Undergraduate 2. Demonstrate knowledge with the history, culture, and politics of pre-1917 Russia, and show the relevance of Chekhov’s works to our time. Audience: Undergraduate 3. Cultivate various critical approaches to the study of literature and read, analyze, and write about complex literary works. Audience: Undergraduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027