ENGL 533: 20th Century Literature and Culture

This course examines literary texts, and literary movements, in their cultural and historical contexts. Special emphasis is given to ethnic, cultural, and gender diversity, and required readings include a variety of works by authors of color. Possible topics include late realism, modernism, postmodernism, or a focus on a thematic preoccupation of 20th-century writer. In addition, this particular course will explore the concept of “coming of age” within the 20th Century.

Please note that this is a synchronous course. Please review the syllabus for full course information.

This is a Summer II course. Participants may register for one Full Semester course OR one course each in Summer I and Summer II.

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