EN 272 — Identity in America: History and Literature, 1865 to Present
3 credits; 3 lecture hours
The course examines the role of literature in highlighting cultural diversity in America after 1865. Students read a comprehensive selection of American literature written after 1865 while interrogating the social, political, and cultural forces that shaped what we see as American identities through a close analysis of major historical developments.
Prerequisite(s): EN 131 or equivalent.