Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2017 - ENGL 203 D100

Early Modern Literature (3)

Class Number: 3882

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Mon, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

    Sep 5 – Dec 4, 2017: Wed, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 12, 2017
    Tue, 12:00–2:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    Two 100 division English courses.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

A survey of the literature of the period from 1485 to Milton. Students with credit for ENGL 204 may not take this course for further credit. Breadth-Humanities.

COURSE DETAILS:

Becoming Modern 

This course will look at English literature from 1485 to the early 17th century. This period used to be called the English Renaissance, but in the past few decades it has become known as the “early modern period.” Why? Because this is the period that saw the emergence of modern economic and political models, global trade and colonialism, mass communication and the scientific method. It was a period of upheaval, innovation, and experimentation that saw the end of the medieval worldview and the birth of something recognizably modern, something that looks like us. It also produced some of the world’s most famous works of literature. We will be reading poetry, prose, and drama from this unsettled and exciting era.

Grading

  • Short essay 20%
  • Long essay 35%
  • Seminar participation/presentation 15%
  • Final examination 30%

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

The Longman Anthology of British Literature Vol. 1B: The Early Modern Period, 4th edition.  ISBN: 978-0-205-65532-8

Department Undergraduate Notes:

IMPORTANT NOTE Re 300 and 400 level courses: 75% of spaces in 300 level English courses, and 100% of spaces in 400 level English courses, are reserved for declared English Major, Minor, Extended Minor, Joint Major, and Honours students only, until open enrollment begins.

For all On-Campus Courses, please note the following:
- To receive credit for the course, students must complete all requirements.
- Tutorials/Seminars WILL be held the first week of classes.
- When choosing your schedule, remember to check "Show lab/tutorial sections" to see all Lecture/Seminar/Tutorial times required.

Registrar Notes:

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