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Academic Year 2000/2001

Dante, Divine Comedy
COL 235 SP
Crosslistings:
MDST 220
FIST 222
Clusters:
Christian Studies

A close reading of the DIVINE COMEDY will pay particular attention to the historical and philosophical ambiance of the poem, studied, where possible, through original sources. Students will be expected to keep journals and to do some imaginative as well as analytical writing. Additional study of the original is offered for students who know Italian.

MAJOR READINGS

DIVINE COMEDY

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

Three papers of about five pages each, two analytical, one imaginative and possibly also a one-page exercise. May give occasional quizzes.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS

Unless preregistered students attend the first class meeting or communicate directly with the instructor prior to the first class, they will be dropped from the class list. NOTE: Students must still submit a completed Drop/Add form to the Registrar's Office. Students electing this course should be prepared to read with diligence and commitment, to write with care, and to participate in discussions.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA COL    Grading Mode: Student Option   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-26-2001

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