EN 080.11 Literary Forms (Fall 2011-2012: 3)
Satisfies Literature Core Requirement
What does it mean to be educated--as opposed to merely knowledgeable or
seasoned? We will explore how writers use various literary forms to explore
the promise and pitfalls of formal education. Our texts may include Chaim
Potok's My Name is Asher Lev (novel); Kazuo Ishiguro's Never Let
Me Go (novel); Alan Bennett's The History Boys (play); and Ang
Lee's The Ice Storm (film). There will be two papers; a final; several
"pop" quizzes; and a group presentation. This course includes graphic content
and language and presumes class participation.
Andrew Sofer
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