LIT-347 Shakespeare and Appropriation--Methods

This class focuses on appropriation as a central condition for considering Shakespeare’s drama. Along with plays by Shakespeare we will study how his plays have been appropriated by others. In addition, we will investigate how Shakespeare considered appropriation and adaptation a prime method of literary production by studying contemporary plays, ancient literature and a diversity other sources that Shakespeare likely considered in his own composition process. In so doing we will see the exchanges and vital engagement Shakespeare shows with his own reading.

Maximum Enrollment

Seminar (12)

(Writing Intensive, Seminar.)

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Three courses in Literature.

Offered

Fall

Notes

Methods. (History or Genre).