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The World of Ralph Ellison
AFAM317 SP
Crosslistings: ENGL317
This course will look at the fiction and essays of Ralph Ellison. In particular we will examine his philosophy about American culture -- including his work on music, art, literature and his advocacy of pluralism. In
addition, we will read from those
authors Ellison felt were most influential in his life.
MAJOR READINGS
INVISIBLE MAN, Ralph Ellison GOING TO THE TERRITORY, Ralph Ellison THE COLLECTED ESSAYS OF RALPH ELLISON CONVERSATIONS WITH RALPH ELLISON and more.
EXAMINATIONS AND ASSIGNMENTS
Students will be required to write two papers: the first 10 pages, the second, 15 to 20. Each student will lead a discussion session.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS and/or COMMENTS
Students should have some knowledge of American literature, history and philosophy. This course counts toward the English Department's historicity requirement. 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.
COURSE FORMAT:
Lecture
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Level:
UGRD
Credit:
1
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA ENGL
Grading Mode:
Student Option
Prerequisites:
NONE
Last Updated on MAR-24-2000
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