Medieval and Renaissance British Literature

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This course examines British literature from its earliest inception in the Medieval period up through the end of the English Renaissance (800-1660). Topics may include important literary figures from each period, examination of a particular genre (e.g., poetry, drama, prose) in each period, specific themes across periods, or a particular critical or historical approach. Students will learn about the close association between these two literary periods and discern what is unique to each. May be repeated for credit when the emphasis changes.