An Introduction to The Modern Short Story ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

This course will introduce students to major short stories and novellas of the 20th century and the literary devices and techniques the authors of these works employ. Along with following the chronological development of this genre, students will explore themes within these stories, and how these themes converge with social, historical and political movements of the time period. Students will also be exposed to methods of literary interpretation and ways to effectively argue their findings in writing.