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ENGL 450. LITERARY CRITICISM AND THEORY. A detailed examination of the major literary critics and theorists of Western civilization. Part one is devoted to key figures of the Classical tradition; Part two uses basic tenets of that tradition to engage and critique the "new wave" of 20th and 21st century critical theory. The class employs a seminar format; students lead discussion on a rotating basis and are expected to contribute significantly to every discussion. Essential for all students considering graduate study in English, this course is required of all non-secondary education English majors. Prerequisites: English 201, 202, 203, and 204, and junior or senior English major. Semester course, three hours.