ENG 266 - Popular Literature

(3 units)

Various forms of popular writing, e.g., best-seller, the western, science fiction, the detective story.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. identify the historical, social, and literary-cultural dynamics which contribute to the rise of a specific genre of popular literature or a dominant theme in popular literature.
2. identify the stylistic and generic features that typify popular literature.
3. discuss some of the major critical responses to popular literature.
4. demonstrate independent critical judgment and analytical skills in relation to critiquing popular literature.

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