English 190
Research Seminar: 20th-Century California Literature and Film
| Section | Semester | Instructor | Time | Location | Course Areas |
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| 14 | Fall 2014 | Starr, George A.
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Tues. 6-9 P.M. | 203 Wheeler |
Book List
Chandler, R.: The Big Sleep; Dick, P. : Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?; Didion, J.: Slouching Towards Bethlehem; Stegner, W.: The Angle of Repose; West, N.: Miss Lonelyhearts and The Day of the Locust
Other Readings and Media
In addition to the books listed, there will be photocopied readings, e.g. selections from J. Steinbeck's The Pastures of Heaven and The Long Valley, poetry by R. Jeffers, W. Everson, J. Spicer, T. Gunn and R. Hass, essays by J. Cain and E. Wilson, &c.
Description
Besides reading and discussing fiction and poetry with Western settings, and essays that attempt to identify or explain distinctive regional characteristics, this course will include consideration of some movies shaped by and shaping conceptions of California. Depending on enrollment, each student will be responsible for organizing and leading class discussion (probably teamed with another student) once during the semester. Writing will consist of one long essay of 16-20 pages. There will be no quizzes or exams, but seminar attendance and participation will be expected, and will affect grades.
Please read the paragraph on page 2 of the instructions area of this Announcement of Classes for more details about enrolling in or wait-listing for this course.
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