Exploration of a variety of literary treatments of a single theme or literary type. Possible areas of study include women in literature, folklore in literature, death and dying, science fiction and mystery fiction. Emphasis on works of high literary merit. Familiarization with a number of Shakespeare's major dramas. Includes relevant history, social conditions and literary background.
Some attention is given to plays as stage vehicles.
Includes issues concerning women in literature and the changing images of women. Also includes a literary analysis of selected writings. Representative selection of works by major authors. Includes a range of periods and types of literature. Readings in modern fiction, drama and poetry.