Literature: Classic American Short Stories
Course details
Course code
Q00017993Course date
Number of classes
1 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
James ClarkeFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Norwich Millennium Library (Norwich)Millennium Library
The Forum, Millennium Plain
Norwich
NR2 1AW
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
Join us for an immersive day school focused on three seminal short stories from the American literary tradition. We will delve into the works of Alice Walker, Ernest Hemingway, and Edith Wharton, examining their unique styles and contributions to literature. This course offers a balanced blend of tutor presentations and group discussions, providing a comprehensive understanding of each story.
Before the day school, essential resources and readings will be made available and these materials are designed to prepare you for the session and to encourage reflection both before and after the event. During the day, our exploration will include detailed presentations on the selected stories, followed by lively group discussions that dissect specific examples and excerpts from each writer's work.
We will navigate between close textual analysis and the broader cultural contexts of these writings, aiming to uncover how these stories reflect and engage with the real world. This approach will help us appreciate the depth and complexity of these classic short stories and their relevance today.
This day school is perfect for anyone interested in American literature and its powerful storytelling traditions. Enhance your literary knowledge and engage in meaningful dialogue with fellow enthusiasts in a supportive and stimulating environment. Join us for a day of rich literary exploration and insight.
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