Romanticism and revolution
Proposed to be offered next in 1998
Michael Ackland
8 points
* 2 hours per week
* Clayton
Objectives Upon completion of this subject students should understand the historical context of Romanticism, will have been introduced to many of its key concepts, and become aware of their significance for New World cultures.
Synopsis The aim of this subject is to introduce students to some of the key issues raised by romanticism, to place these firmly in their historical context, and to trace their evolution. In particular, we shall consider visions of social reform and individual liberation, the problematic position of women and the impact of major romantic traditions in the New World.
Assessment second year Tutorial paper and participation (1000 words):
20%
* Essay (2000 words): 30%
* Essay (3000 words): 50%
Assessment third year Tutorial paper and participation (1000 words) 20%
* Essay (2000 words): 30%
* Essay (3000 words): 50%
* Third-year
students are expected to demonstrate that they have read more extensively and
their written work is expected to be more analytical.
Prescribed texts
Blake W Selected poetry and prose Modern Library
Clarke M Stories Hale and Iremonger
Harpur C Selected poetry and prose Penguin
Hoffmann E T A Tales of Hoffmann Penguin
Hugo V Notre-Dame de Paris Penguin
Poe E A The fall of the house of Usher Penguin or Signet
Shelley M Frankenstein OUP
Tasma A Sydney sovereign Angus and Robertson
Thoreau H Walden and Civil disobedience Penguin
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