This course is meant to support the lecture "Introduction to Literary Studies". Basic areas already covered by the lecture will be discussed in each of the courses. The structure of all Introductory Courses - which will be held in English - is generally identical. A variety of texts will help illustrate important aspects of literature such as the characteristics of the major epochs and genres, literary theories as well as various approaches to literature, etc. The texts will be from all over the Anglophone world. Students are encouraged to actively participate in the classes on a regular basis. In addition, they are expected to write a number of short assignments and will have to pass a written exam ("Klausur") at the end of the course. It is compulsory for students to take part in both the lecture and the Introductory Course. A reader with the texts will be available at the copy-shop Unser Kopierladen (Reckhammerweg 4) at the start of the semester. In addition to the reader, all students will need to acquire their own copies of Michael Meyer's English and American Literatures (3rd edition) and Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet (Arden Paperback Edition). |
