COURSE DESCRIPTION
EN222 introduces students to the study of literature, developing essential skills in critical thinking, textual analysis, and composing in multiple modalities. Through an investigation of literary genres and/or movements, student will also explore a variety of cultural and/or historical contexts, expanding students’ engagement with, understanding of, and respect for the diverse human experience.
REQUIRED TEXTBOOKS (all books bundled at CMU bookstore; e-texts available)
Johnson, James Weldon. The Autobiography of an Ex-Colored Man. Norton Critical Edition. W.W. Norton & Co.
Kelly, Joseph. The Seagull Book of Literature. 4th ed. W.W. Norton & Co.
Larsen, Nella. Passing. Norton Critical Edition. W.W. Norton & Co.
Textbooks are required for the course. All textbooks will be available to be checked out from the circulation desk at Smiley Library for a maximum of four hours.