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English 110A-A - Winter, 2012
Introduction to Literary Theory
Class Information
Instructor:
Morton, Timothy
Time:
TR 3:10-4:30
Location:
217 Olson
Description
We'll be studying some of the most important philosophy, East and West, in the world. Everyone thought about art and creativity, from Plato to 1900. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn not only about art, literature and music, in a wide variety of periods, but also to study some key concepts in the history of philosophy. Highly recommended.
Grading
Two short papers (40%), one exam (30%), homework and participation (30%)
Texts
Philosophies of Art and Beauty
, Hofstadter and Kuhns, eds.
Theory & Criticism (optional)
, Leitch
