English 310: Arthurian Literature
When and Where this course meets:
Class time: 11:30am-12:20pm
Class location: Main 222
Course Description
A study of Arthurian literature in several genres, including both poetry and prose
Course Objectives
- Students will develop an understanding of the styles, techniques and content of the works of authors of early Arthurian literature
- Students will demonstrate the ability to analyze and evaluate Arthurian texts with regard to historical context
- Students will demonstrate the ability to write effectively, plan, document, and conduct research about Arthurian literature
Required Textbooks
- The Complete Romances of Chrétien de Troyes (ISBN 9780253207876)
- Sir Thomas Malory’s Morte Darthur (ISBN 9781602351035)
- Once and Future King by White (ISBN 9780441627400)
- The Wicked Day by Stewart (ISBN 9780060548285)
- The Lady of the Sea by Miles (ISBN 9780307209856)
Textbooks are available in the Wofford College Bookstore (see “Note on Textbooks” at right); additional Texts Available on the class Moodle page.
Course Requirements
- Read everything you are assigned to read, on time and with care and attention.
- One 1200-word essay
- One 1500-word essay
- An Arthurian project
- Occasional quizzes, exercises and works cited pages
- Regular Attendance
Grade Breakdown
- Papers: 60% (Paper 1: 25%; Paper 2: 35%)
- Project: 25%
- Other: 15%