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2015-2016 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

EN 408 - Tolkien and Medievalism

In this course we will explore the major works of J.R.R. Tolkien (The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion) in light of the medieval texts that influenced him, including Beowulf, Old English elegiac poetry, the European romance tradition, and Old Norse sagas.

Prerequisites: At least Sophomore standing.

Full course
Liberal Studies Curriculum: Literary Studies