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The Origins of American Literature

Spring 2010 ENGL 1310H S01

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Instructor: James F. Egan


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Course Description

Where does American literature begin? Can it be said to have a single point of origin? Can writings by people who did not consider themselves American be the source of our national literary tradition? Does such a tradition even exist and, if so, what are its main characteristics? Authors may include Columbus, de Vaca, Shakespeare, Bradstreet, and Native American tales. Students should register for ENGL 1310H S01 and may be assigned to conference sections by the instructor during the first week of class.