Eco Literature

Full course for one semester. This course explores the vital relationship between American literature and environmental values, and traces the origins of the America's understanding of the relationship between nature and culture. The class will focus upon Transcendentalist and Utopian movements of the mid-nineteenth century and will include authors such as Emerson, Thoreau, Hawthorne, Melville, and Fuller. We will pay special attention to changes in the New England landscape during this era, including the rise of industrialization and urban centers. Special attention will be paid to the sublime, tourism, urban planning, utopian communities, and sustainable farming. Genres covered include essays, short stories, novels, and travel literature. Prerequisite: Humanities 110 or sophomore standing.

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• This class applies toward the English department's pre-1900 requirement.

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 3.0
Lecture hours: 3.0