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Spring 2024, English 202B                        Dr Sally Hitchmough

TTh 9:30-10:50, Main 204                         hitchmoughsa@wofford.edu                              

                                   English 202: BRITISH LITERATURE 1800-2000 Syllabus 

DESCRIPTION AND GOALS:

This course provides an introduction to some of the major British writers of the nineteenth and  twentieth centuries and aims to acquaint students with some of the central names, works and ideas of the period. Because this is a survey course we will look mostly at poetry and short works of prose, but will discuss other genres and the literary movements of three periods: The Romantic Period, the Victorian Age and the Twentieth Century. In addition to studying the literature students will write papers both in and outside of class which will help clarify ideas and improve writing skills. 

The goals of the course include: increased knowledge of literature; improved understanding of literary history; improved critical thinking, analytical and writing skills.

TEXT:
Abrams, ed. The Norton Anthology of English Literature Vol. 2 (10th ed.) You must have the print edition in class.

REQUIREMENTS AND EVALUATION:

Three in-class papers or tests                                                 15%   each (45%)

Three out of class essays                                                          15% each    (45%)

Spot tests, exams, in-class assignments                                 10%

You must complete all papers and tests. You cannot pass the course unless you have completed all components.

N.B. Late papers lose a grade a day.

ATTENDANCE: I expect your attendance and participation in every class. Only one unexcused absence is allowed per semester. Any other absence must be documented (usually by Health Services). The grade for the course is lowered after one unexcused absence up to a limit of five, which results in a grade of F.

If you are required to enter quarantine or isolation, please email me immediately. It is important that you keep me informed and that you continue your work. Violations of the absence policy will result in penalty.