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21L.512 American Authors
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Not offered regularly; consult department
Prereq: One subject in Literature and permission of instructor
Units: 3-0-9
URL: https://lit.mit.edu/21l-512-american-authors/![]()
Examines in detail the works of several American authors selected according to a theme, period, genre, or set of issues. Through close readings of poetry, novels, or plays, subject addresses such issues as literary influence, cultural diversity, and the writer's career. Previously taught topics include American Women Writers, American Autobiography, American Political Writing, and American Short Fiction. Approved for credit in Women's and Gender Studies when content meets the requirements for subjects in that program. May be repeated for credit with instructor's permission so long as the content differs.
J. Bennett
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