The course examines the relationship between literature and political expression during the decade of political controversy leading up to the Civil War. We will read political speeches and works of social analysis from the period, as well as fiction and poetry. Students will also do research on newspapers and magazines, using the microform resources of Olin Library.
COURSE FORMAT: Discussion
Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: HA ENGL Grading Mode: Graded
Prerequisites: ENGL203 OR HIST235 OR AFAM201 OR HIST239
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