Course
Description:
This course is an introduction to important British novelists of
the 19th century. Novelists to be studies are: Sir
Walter Scott (1771-1832), Jane Austen (1775-1817), Charles
Dickens (1812-70), Charlotte (1816-55) and Emily (1818-48)
Bronte, George Eliot (1819-80) and Samuel Butler (1835-1902).
The major focus of this course will be helping the student to
develop her/his ability to analyze a novel. We will also
examine the process of composition for these novels and look at
their, if any, critical editions.
Each student will select one critical approach and practice it
throughout the semester on the novels being read. Students
will also have the opportunity to learn about the 19th-century
England as well as its social, political, economic, educational
and religious situation.
Assignments:
Students will give oral and written reports each week. The
written reports will then be the basis for two longer papers
(10-15 pages each), one to be turned in November 22 and the
other at the end of the semester.
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Attendance:
Class attendance is expected. If a student is not able to
come to class the instructor should be notified by e-mail before
the class. Two unexcused absences will make it difficult
for the student to pass this course.
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Grading Policy: