MEDVL 3190

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MEDVL 3190
Chaucer

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2015-2016.

An introduction to the poetry of Chaucer, often considered the "founder" of modern English literature, as well as an introduction to the literary, social, and cultural setting in which he developed his poetry.  No previous knowledge of Chaucer or his language (Middle English) is required, but students will develop a set of tools for independent work, including understanding Chaucer's life, language, uses of other literature, connections to other writers (a "community" of poets?), political setting, and philosophical (moral, sociological, political, etc.) outlook.  How should we assess Chaucer? What did "English literature" mean then? What did he "found"? Three papers and final (take-home) exam.

When Offered Spring.

Breadth Requirement (HB)
Distribution Category (LA-AS)

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ENGL 3190

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7264 MEDVL 3190   SEM 101

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