English 199 - Introduction to the Study of Literature
Intro to Study of Literature
Fall
2020
05
4.00
Nigel Alderman
M 02:30PM-03:45PM;TTH 02:15PM-04:00PM;WF 03:00PM-04:00PM
Mount Holyoke College
113036
nalderma@mtholyoke.edu
This course examines various strategies of literary representation through a variety of genres, including such traditional literary forms as the novel, lyric poetry, drama, and autobiography, as well as other cultural forms, such as film. Particular attention is given to student writing; students are expected to write a variety of short essays on selected topics. Though the themes of specific sections may vary, all sections seek to introduce students to the terminology of literary and cultural discourse.
Seats offered to sophomores only during the first week of pre-registration. In the second week, remaining seats and the waitlist will be made available to all class years. English 199, required for the English major, introduces students to critical issues