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English 621: Principles of Literary Theory and Criticism:
Syllabus for Spring 2010.
Base for theoretical discussions: James Joyce's Dubliners (if you don't have a book, Bibliomania has the stories).
Typically, the following texts and resources are used in this course:
- Leitch et al, ed. The Norton Anthology of Theory and Criticism.
- Guerin et al. A Handbook of Critical Approaches to Literature.
- Ann B. Dobie, Theory into Practice
- Lentricchia/McLaughlin, Critical Terms for Literary Study
- M. H. Abrams, Glossary of Literary Terms
- Gallager/Greenblatt, eds, Practicing New Historicism
- James Joyce, Dubliners (Viking)
- Bosinelli/Moser, eds, Re-Joycing: New Readings of Dubliners.
(subject to change; do not buy these books until class meets)
For your convenience, please consult:
- Digital Portfolio: Packaging Research for Multimedia Presentations and
- Reading Logs for Literary Salons; Term Papers and Tests/Exams.
- Digital Portfolio Evaluation Form
- Presenter's Check Sheet
- Literary Sites;
- McConnel Library;
About your professor:
Donald N. Dedmon Distinguished Professor Teaching Award,
2009
Video on Youniversity TV,
2008
Video, 2008 International James Joyce Symposium, Tours, France,
June
2008.
Innovative Excellence in Teaching, Learning and Technology Award:
May 1, 2007
NPR Podcast on James Joyce & "Bloomsday":
June
&
December
2006
2007.