ENG 325 - American Renaissance

The period beginning with 1850 experienced a flourishing of literary activity in America that held the attention of the nation and world. It corresponded time-wise to things that were being re-shaped from an economic, political, and social perspective. The course will make the attempt to see how each influenced the other. It will also explore efforts on the part of writers and artists to explore and explain the emerging American character. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities, and Writing Designated core requirements.

Prerequisites & Notes
HST 103, HST 104, AMS 101, or permission of instructor.
Crosslisted with AMS 325.

(Cr: 3)