LITT 133 - Shakespeare’s Histories

(IAI: H3 905)

Covers seven of the 10 histories by William Shakespeare. The course encourages students to develop an appreciation for Shakespeare, his people, their language, and their lives. It also provides opportunity for students to add to their knowledge of British history and the succession to the throne. Emphasis is on the dramatic, literary, and historical qualities and conventions of the plays, based on readings, discussion, lecture, literary criticism, and film. Specific elements for study and discussion include dramatic structure, plot development, language, characterization, theme and setting. Prerequisite(s): None.
(PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)