(offered every other Spring, Dr. Doreen Thierauf)Prerequisite: Six semester hours from ENG 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206.This course considers how the Victorians’ construction of monstrosity reflects their particular historical moment, characterized by industrialization, colonization, and scientific development. Through a critical examination of monsters in literature, we will explore anxieties, fears, and ideals of Victorian society, paying close attention to issues of gender, sexuality, class, race, empire, scientific, and technology. Texts covered include Wuthering Heights, Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, Tess of the d'Urbervilles, and Dracula.