ENG 204 - African American Literature (3 Credits)

In this course, students read, analyze and discuss literary works in various forms and media written by African Americans. Beginning with works written by enslaved African Americans, this course provides a survey of writings representative of Reconstruction, the rise of the “New Negro,” the Harlem Renaissance, black realism, modernism and postmodernism. Lecture Hours: 39. Prerequisite(s): ENG 151 with a grade of “C” or better. Usually offered in the fall.