ENG-204: American Literature Since 1865

Course Description

A survey of American literature from the Civil War to the present, focusing on the changing values of an increasingly technological society. Includes the major literary philosophies of the time through writers such as Hemingway, Faulkner, O’Connor, Yamamoto, Baraka, Morrison, and Bechdel. Students will reflect critically on literature, evaluate and acknowledge the possibilities and limitations of the authors’ worldviews, and construct arguments about the texts using evidence from primary and secondary sources.  Three class hours.

Prerequisites

English 101 with a C or better, placement into English 200, or instructor permission.

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ENG-204 Sections for Spring 2026

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ENG-204, Section 001

CRN #35618
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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureBrighton Campus
Building 06, Room 315
Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm
Type Lecture
Location Brighton Campus
Building 06, Room 315
Date(s) Jan 20th, 2026 – May 18th, 2026
Day / Time Tuesday, Thursday
12:30 pm - 1:45 pm