Course Description

English 272E Biblical and Classical Backgrounds to English Literature

An introduction to Biblical and Classical materials that are essential to an understanding of English literature. Topics include: changes in the concept of the individual and of society; developments ion Platonism and Hellenism in the Christian period; classical concepts of history; the educational and social role of the seven liberal arts..

Antirequisite: Comparative Literature and Culture 020.

Prerequisites: At least 60% in one ofEnglish 020E, 022E, 024E, 025E, 026E and 60% in all subsequent English courses, or permission of the Department. 3 lecture hours.

3 lecture hours.

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