Bunker Hill Community College

Course Description

LIT211: MASTERPIECES OF WORLD LITERATURE I
(Literature)

Credits: 3 Credits

This course considers the landmarks of literature, from ancient times to the eighteenth century, which have shaped, reflected or criticized Western thought. The faculty select readings from Homer, Greek Drama, the Bible, Dante, Medieval Romance, and Shakespeare. Faculty may couple these readings with their contemporary versions or transformations by such twentieth century writers as Sartre, O'Neill, MacLeish, Stoppard, and Joyce. The list may vary. The course meets General Education "Humanities" Requirement Area 6.

Prerequisite: College Writing I (ENG111).

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