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2024 Fall > UGRD > AFRSTY > AFRSTY 100

Introduction to African-American Literature

Course #: AFRSTY 100

Description:
This survey course examines the writings of African-Americans who have made unique contributions to the African-American literary tradition. The course explores these writings in terms of their sociohistorical context, making use of analyses of character, plot, and symbolism. It gives particular attention to the writers' roles as social critics. Among the writers whose work may be considered are Frederick Douglass, Jean Toomer, Zora Neale Hurston, Richard Wright, Leroi Jones, Ernest Gaines, George Jackson, Alice Walker, and Toni Morrison.

Section Class Number Schedule/Time Instructor Location
01 14129 TuTh
11:00 - 12:15 pm
George,Sheldon Laurie McCormack M01-0420
Session: Regular
Class Dates: 09/03/2024 - 12/13/2024
Capacity: 33
Enrolled: 30
Status: Open
Credits: 3/3
Class Notes:
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Course Attributes: International