ENGL 4820 - African American Literature to 1920

3 Credits (3 Contact Hours)

Critical examination of the development of the African American literary tradition from the Colonial Period to the Harlem Renaissance. Considers the historical and cultural contexts of a variety of texts, themes and theories. Preq: ENGL 3100.

This 4000-level course has a 6000-level counterpart. Students should refer to the Graduate Announcements for the 6000-level description and requirements.