The focus will be on gaining a greater appreciation of the authors craft by close reading and analysis of their use of the formal elements of literature, as well as investigating the variety of questions that might be asked about a literary text. You should leave the course with a sense of the varied possibilities of literature, and with the ability to carefully read and evaluate works that you encounter in the future. As You Like It . 5 unannounced and 2 announced quizzes. The equivalent of one full letter grade will be subtracted for late assignments.
All papers are due on the date assigned, at the beginning of class.
If any emergency occurs that prohibits timely submission, please contact me to discuss the matter. All work that you submit must be your own, and written exclusively for this course. Either email or call me to discuss any and all concerns as necessary. I look forward to working with you.