Early African-American Literature
Course #: ENGL 351, Class #: 7312, Section #: 01
Description
A study of the roles of early (1773-1903) African-American literature played in shaping American literary and cultural history. Through an examination of such writers as Wheatley, Equiano, Douglass, Jacobs, and Chesnutt, this course introduces students to foundational themes of African-American literature, from the black Atlantic and the trope of the "talking book" through the "tragic mulatto" and double consciousness.
Prerequisites
ENGL 200 or 201 or 202
Course Details
Date / Time
1/26/26 - 5/13/26
TuTh 11a.m. – 12:15p.m.
Location
Wheatley-Peters W02-0201
Credits
3
Session
Regular Academic Session
Class Dates
1/26/2026 - 5/13/2026
Location
Wheatley-Peters W02-0201
General Ed Requirements
Humanities
Enrolled / Capacity
14 / 25
Status
Open