ENGLT 378

Young Adult Literature

This course presents an overview of young adult literature and is designed to incorporate the ever changing nature of this genre. The literature addressed reflects themes of interest to young people. Topics include a review of the history of young adult literature, readings of contemporary award-winning young adult literature, as well as a look at some of the classics from the past. Authors may include Suzanne Collins, Orson Scott Card, Markus Zusak, Yann Martel, Alexandre Dumas, J. K. Rowling, Sandra Cisneros, Lois Lowry, John Knowles, and J. D. Salinger. Censorship concerns and culturally diverse selections also form a core part of the course. This course includes an analysis of literary elements, an examination of authors' style and content, and reflection on what makes a piece of literature a classic.

Units: 3.0

Hours: 54 hours LEC