Shakespeare.

Catalog description

Introduction to the poetic and dramatic works of Shakespeare. Reading and analysis of representative plays from the comedies, histories, and tragedies and critical assessment of Shakespeare's historical importance in literature and culture from the 16th century to the present. Because this class is taken at the 500 level, it is a graduate course and expectations for student performance are at an advanced level. Evaluation of course requirements is more rigorous than at the lower division section of this course. Prerequisite: Graduate level class standing.