Henry James (U03270)

? Credit Points : 20 ? SCQF Level : 10 ? Acronym : LLC-4-U03270

The course, examines James's fiction and essays, as well as his profound influence on twentieth- and twenty-first century culture. In the first instance, we will consider James's fiction, essays, and biography in order to understand the depth and breadth of his range. We will discuss James's position within English and American literature, and consider his contribution to Realism, Modernism, and novel theory. The secondary purpose of the course is to critically assess the influence and legacy of James's figure and fiction. Focusing on works by James's contemporaries as well as more recent Anglo-American writings (novels, essays, and short stories) and films, we will examine James's pervasive literary and cultural influence in order to better understand the way they take, translate and transcend James's legacy.

Entry Requirements

? This course is not available to visting students.

? Pre-requisites : Passes in English or Scottish or Literature 1 and English or Scottish or American Literature 2, with a mark of 50 or above at the first attempt in the second year course.

? Special Arrangements for Entry : Numbers are limited and students taking degrees not involving English or Scottish or American literature need the written approval of the head of English Literature.

? Costs : Essential course texts.

Subject Areas

Home subject area

English Literature, (School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures, Schedule G)

Delivery Information

? Normal year taken : 4th year

? Delivery Period : Semester 1 (Blocks 1-2)

? Contact Teaching Time : 2 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

? Other Required Attendance : 1 hour(s) per week for 10 weeks

First Class Information

Date	Start	End	Room	Area	Additional Information
20/09/2007	09:00	10:50	Room 3.3, 22 Buccleuch Place	Central

All of the following classes

Type	Day	Start	End	Area
Lecture	Thursday	09:00	10:50	Central

Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes

A student who successfully completes this course should be able to:
- understand James's position and importance in shaping Realism, Modernism, and novel theory.
- comprehend James's position at the centre of 19th and early 20th century English and American cultural debates and exchanges.
- evaluate James's authorial and personal presence in art (literature, visual art and film) from the 19th to the 21st century.