ENH2330

Victorian literature

(ART)

A Dilnot

8 points + 2.5 hours per week + Second semester + Clayton

Synopsis: This subject examines some of the major works to emerge during the Victorian period (1837-1901). Reference will be made to social changes and to the trends of thought accompanying these changes, wherever this helps to suggest the chief characteristics of Victorian sensibilities. Topics include childhood and education, women and marriage, industrialisation, class-consciousness and concepts of social interaction.

Assessment: Seminar report (20 minutes; 1500 words): 20% + Essay (1500 words): 20% + Essay (3000 words): 50% + Seminar participation: 10% + Students whose written work and participation in tutorials are unsatisfactory will be required to take an examination: 50%