ENGL 353 - African-American Literature

Credit(s): 3
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 112 or ENGL 192 / HONR 192.
This course is a survey of writings by African-American artists starting with the nineteenth century, moving up through the Harlem Renaissance, and continuing through the millennium. The primary focus is on literature but the course may also include other art forms. In addition to studying literature and art, students will consider the cultural and historical context of the works studied.