Course Description

English 220E American Literature from the Colonial Period to 1890 (Survey)

An introduction to works by some major American authors from the Puritan era to the late 19th century and to some of the significant ideas and techniques in their works. The course explores various aspects of pre-twentieth century American myth-making structures and the attitudes presented by American writers towards prevailing national self-definitions.

Antirequisite: English 264E and 221F/G
Prerequisite: At least 60% in a 020-level English course, and at least 60% in all subsequent English courses, or permission of the department.
3 hours.
(Huron)


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