Survey of European Literature

Catalog description

Introduction to major European literary genres from the earliest expressions to modern times. An examination of the literary, historical cultural position of selected writers and literary movements. Relationships among each country’s literary expressions will be emphasized. Special attention will be given to Homer, Dante, Boccaccio, Chaucer, Moliere, Shakespeare, Cervantes, and the Romantic movement in Italy, France, Germany and England. Fulfills: LE Humanities