ENGL 141G - PI Shapes of the Imagination: Epic

(Perspectives I course) An introduction to the epic as a literary genre that examines the hero/heroine’s role in society. Readings illustrate the ways epic has changed to articulate otherwise marginalized voices in the culture. They include: The Illiad and Beowulf as well as Ellison’s Invisible Man and Hurston’s Their Eyes were Watching God.

Prerequisites & Notes
Adv Codes: BR

Credits: 3