An examination of the Modernism movement in literature, as well as an example of a seminar-style English class. We'll look at a few key authors and ideas as well as overarching concepts and contexts. It will be helpful to have read even one Modernist work as background knowledge, but not necessary. Discussion will be encouraged!

We read a few passages, look at components like style and form, then try some writing exercises. Students interested in both prose and poetry, and those of all experience levels with creative writing, welcome.

We read a few passages, look at components like style and form, then try some writing exercises. Students interested in both prose and poetry, and those of all experience levels with creative writing, welcome. As the longer version of the class, we'll go through some revision strategies in the second half, and generally talk about editing as well. If you'd like, you can bring in something you've worked in on your own to discuss. Students will share their constructive criticism and opinions of each other's work. They should be open to sharing the material they work on in class with others as this class will focus on what goes beyond the first act of writing. (If you do not feel comfortable doing so, but still want to work on your writing, please feel free to take the shorter Creative Writing Workshop!)

An examination of the Postmodern period in literature (generally considered as starting in the mid 20th century). We'll look at a few key authors and ideas as well as overarching concepts and contexts, such as the Canon and colonialism. Discussion will be encouraged!

The significance of the Hellenistic literary and philosophical tradition and its influence on modern literary movements.

Close analysis of a modernist poem emblematic of the era and a survey of broader modernist themes.