ENG6582 - Nineteenth Century Literature II: two 19th Century Writers

Objectives:

On successful completion of this module, students will be able to:

(1) demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of an appropriate range of writings, not also covered in the core module Literary Period: Nineteenth-Century Literature, by two specified Victorian writers;
(2) discuss and analyse a selection of texts by each author in relation to relevant personal, intellectual and cultural contexts and the literary conventions of the period;
(3) discuss and analyse the treatment within these texts of topics particularly relevant to the specified authors;
(4) write critcally and sensitively on topics of their choice, drawing on a wide range of reading and showing awareness of critical debate. \

Content:

This module offers students the opportunity to study the work of two authors (for example George Eliot, Oscar Wilde) in more detail and at greater length than the Literary Period module allows. Students will make a close study of a range of writings by each writer. They will be encouraged to examine their work in relation to aspects of the Victorian socio-cultural context, and from a range of critical perspectives. Students will be expected to read a substantial body of the writings of each author.

Learning and Teaching Information:

Fortnightly Seminars will combine tutor guidance with analysis of texts, discussion and debate. Learning will be supported by handouts, and by preparation and reading before each seminar as directed by the tutor.

Seminars
Contact hours 24
Number of groups 1

Assessment: