LIVING AMERICAN POETS

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Prerequisite: LITT 2114. LITT 2123. 1900-present Course. American Literature Course and 20th-Century Contemporary Literature Course. In this course we will read and discuss a book or collection of poetry from living poets as a means of familiarizing ourselves with some diverse voices in Contemporary American poetry. These voices will include those of Native American, African American, Gay and Lesbian, and Asian American writers. Poets will likely include Yusef Kommunyakaa, Carl Phillips, Marilyn Hacker, Joel Brouwer and Mary Oliver. In addition, each student will present an additional collection during the semester. Faculty: C. ARRIEU-KING