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American Gothic (ENG 373)

Term: 2019 - 2020 Academic Year Spring Semester

Faculty

Melissa W. Heidari
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Schedule

Mon-Wed, 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM (1/13/2020 - 5/1/2020) Location: MC BLC 102

Description

This course explores the definitions and origins of the gothic in American literature and examines developments from the 18th century through the 21st century. The course also considers gothic literature as a reflection of social and political changes in American culture. Class members read and discuss critical theory throughout the semester and apply various critical approaches to their analyses of works.