Literature and Science

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This course explores relationships between literature and science through a study of drama, poetry, scientific articles, and nonfiction writings about science, most of it from the 20th century. We will look at how literature represents and interprets scientific practice and concepts, and how scientific texts use literary and rhetorical techniques to communicate with and persuade audiences. Topics include women and science, the languages of science, and heroes/anti-heroes of science.