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Academic Year 2004/2005

The Literature of Autobiography
ENGL 223 SP

This course will focus on non-fictional, fictional, and poetic constructions of self and the complex ways in which these constructions intersect. We will discuss various ways in which identity can be created, reflected, and masked, paying close attention to the language of confession, conversion, and self-portraiture.

MAJOR READINGS

Readings will include works by Augustine, Douglass, Sebald, Beckett, Hejinian, Lu, Cha, and others.

EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS

A midterm essay of 5-7 pages, a final essay of 8-10 pages, several 1-page responses and an oral presentation.

COURSE FORMAT: Lecture/Discussion

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Level: UGRD    Credit: 1    Gen Ed Area Dept: HA ENGL    Grading Mode: Graded   

Prerequisites: NONE Links to Web Resources For This Course.

Last Updated on MAR-21-2005

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