ENGL 147

Introduction to Literary Traditions and Transformations

Units: 1.5, Hours: 2-1

Study of influential texts and authors that have shaped English literary history and continue to engage broader cultural issues. Includes works from a variety of genres and periods, ranging from medieval to contemporary. Assignments aim to develop the writing, critical reading and argumentation skills necessary for persuasive, university-level essay writing. Recommend for prospective English and other Humanities majors.

Notes: - Credit will be granted for only one of 147, 116, 121, 122, 145.

- This course satisfies the Academic Writing Requirement.

Prerequisites:

Undergraduate course in English offered by the Department of English in the Faculty of Humanities.