Shakespearean Literature
Moving between the world in which Shakespeare lived and the present day, this four-week course will introduce different kinds of literary analysis that you can use when reading Shakespeare.
This journey through Shakespeare’s life will transport you to another era and will give you a new perspective on his timeless works. You will understand the plots and themes presented in the readings, as well as their implications for both Shakespeare’s time and the present day. As you review topics such as Shakespeare's contemporaries and the politics of modern performance, you will learn a range of critical tools that you can use to unlock the meaning and relevance of Shakespeare’s plays.
Centuries later, William Shakespeare remains the central author of the English-speaking world; he is the most quoted poet and the most regularly produced playwright — and now among the most popular screenwriters as well. Why is that, and who "is" he? Why do so many people think his writing is so great? What meanings did his plays have in his own time, and how do we read, speak, or listen to his words now? We'll consider these questions as we carefully examine some of Shakespeare's plays from different perspectives. You will also write a literary analysis paper and a research paper regarding Shakespeare and/or his works. Later, you will create a portfolio to showcase the concepts that you've learned throughout the course.
Course Details
Required Materials
- LMS Access
- Standard laptop or desktop computers with Windows or Mac OS
- High-speed internet connection (Cable, DSL)
Accreditation
Laurel Springs meets the highest standard of academic excellence. We are fully Accredited by the Western Association of Schools & Colleges (WASC) and Cognia. We offer a broad catalog of courses approved by the NCAA Division I & II and the University of California A-G.
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