LIT 266 - Generations & Conflicts

4 Credit(s)

This course will locate various trends in 20th century American literature from modernism to postmodern sensibility. As the U.S. grew as a global military and economic power, its literature reflected a growing sense of isolation, hopelessness, despair, and disenfranchisement. From the expatriates early in the century to the beats mid-century and beyond, the 20th century may well be the century when American literature found its voice, a voice strengthened by its fragmentation. A variety of teaching and learning practices are included in this course: e.g., traditional lecture, oral readings, group discussions, creative and/or analytical writing, listening activities, oral and/or dramatic presentations, visits with authors, interviews, internet and off-campus activities, research practice, etc.

Lit/Art.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101; or c/i.
(fall/even-numbered years)