ENH3190

Gods and Fairies: An Introduction to Middle English (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: C Stevenson

Offered:
Not offered in 2004.

Synopsis:

Objectives: Students taking this subject should develop the following skills: 1. Reading and analyzing the language of Middle English at a basic level, with a consequent capacity to read in their original language the literary texts prescribed for study. 2. A broad knowledge of the historical and cultural background of these texts, extending the knowledge acquired in ENH2020/3020 (Heroes, Lovers and Monsters: The Literary Culture of Medieval England). 3. Knowledge and understanding of medieval literary genres and in particular the nature of and conventions used in medieval English verse and prose romance.

Assessment: Essay (2000 words): 40% + Essay (2000 words): 40% + Seminar assessment (including a paper of 500 words): 20% + An optional examination (3 hours) may replace up to 40% of the written work + Third year students are required to write on two texts in their second essay.

Contact Hours: 2 hours (1 lecture and 1 tutorial) per week

Prerequisites: ENH2020 or ENH3020 or permission