African-American Literature

African-American Literature: Classification: EN

This course is a survey of African-American literature from its beginnings to contemporary times. Exploring the historical, political, and cultural basis of African American Literature could be a focus as well. Students should be exposed to a wide array of genres that make up this topic: fiction, non-fiction, poems, essays, biographies, autobiography/slave narratives, memoirs, spirituals, folklore, and drama. If you choose to read individuals works, twelve (12) books and accompanying writing assignments equals one (1) credit. Otherwise, document time as you read and study this topic.