African American Literature
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Overview
Subject area
AFST
Catalog Number
205
Course Title
African American Literature
Department(s)
Description
This course provides a survey of 20th- and 21st century African American literature, including the tradition?s key aesthetic manifestos. Special attention will be given to how modern African American literature is periodized and why certain innovations in genre and style emerged when they did. Readings will include poetry, essays, novels, popular fiction, stage productions, and related visual texts.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate
Liberal Arts
Yes
Credits
Minimum Units
3
Maximum Units
3
Academic Progress Units
3
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
3
Requisites
038221