This course is first and foremost an introduction to one of the most widely-read and influential poets in English literature 鈥� Geoffrey Chaucer. In order to appreciate Chaucer鈥檚 great skill as an author, we will be reading his works alongside some of his sources and the work of some of his contemporaries: the Middle English poem Pearl with Chaucer鈥檚 Book of the Duchess, Dante鈥檚 Inferno with Chaucer鈥檚 House of Fame; Boethius鈥檚 Consolation of Philosophy with Chaucer鈥檚 Knight鈥檚 Tale and Miller鈥檚 Tale. As is perhaps fitting for an author associated with the idea of English literature (Chaucer was for many years known as the 鈥渇ather of English poetry鈥�), the course will also explore what it means to do literary scholarship especially now, in this time of crisis. We will familiarize ourselves with the past trends in Chaucer scholarship and contemplate what the future might bring.
Introduces graduate level study of medieval and early modern writing through the long eighteenth century. Emphasizes a wide range of genres, forms, historical background, and secondary criticism. Cultivates research skills necessary for advanced graduate study. Topics will vary.
搁别辫别补迟补产濒别:听Repeatable for up to 6.00 total credit hours. Allows multiple enrollment in term.
搁别辩耻颈蝉颈迟别蝉:听Restricted to English (ENGL) and English Lit- Creative Writing (CRWR) graduate students only.
Additional Information:Departmental Category: Graduate Courses
Taught by Katie Little.