ENG-201: Early British Literature

Course Description

The first of a two-part survey of English-language literature written in and around what is now known as the United Kingdom. This course examines texts from ca 800-1785, paying close, critical attention to inherited literary traditions and the ways writing informs identity and vice versa. Approaching the traditional canon with an eye toward representational equity, inclusion, and social justice, students will consider questions of power, privilege, oppression, and opportunity as they read texts written in a region where multiple entities have struggled for control. Possible texts include Headley's 21st century translation of Beowulf, Shakespeare’s Othello and its adaptations, Behn’s abolitionist novel Oroonoko, feminist utopias, early travel and medical literature, Swift’s social satire, and Hogarth’s illustrated class commentaries.

Prerequisites

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

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ENG-201 Sections for Fall 2025

With the following scheduling option(s)

3 Sections Offered

ENG-201, Section 011

CRN #26009
Hybrid

Instructor(s)

Elizabeth Johnston

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LectureTBAAug 25th, 2025 – Dec 13th, 2025Monday, Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:50 am
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Date(s) Aug 25th, 2025 – Dec 13th, 2025
Day / Time Monday, Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:50 am

ENG-201, Section HC1

CRN #26050
HON-Early British Lit
Hybrid

Instructor(s)

Elizabeth Johnston

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25

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TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureTBAAug 25th, 2025 – Dec 13th, 2025Monday, Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:50 am
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Date(s) Aug 25th, 2025 – Dec 13th, 2025
Day / Time Monday, Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:50 am

ENG-201, Section 001

CRN #27473
Remote (Zoom Meeting)

Instructor(s)

Elizabeth Johnston

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25

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Scheduled Meeting Times

TypeLocationDate(s)Day / Time
LectureRemote (Zoom Meeting)Aug 25th, 2025 – Dec 13th, 2025Monday, Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:50 am
Type Lecture
Location Remote (Zoom Meeting)
Date(s) Aug 25th, 2025 – Dec 13th, 2025
Day / Time Monday, Wednesday
10:00 am - 10:50 am