LIT 253 - Textual Perspectives-Queer Literature

This course explores the rich body of literature produced by queer writers and their changing social, political, and cultural contexts from the late nineteenth century to the present day, discussed in the context of modern feminist and queer theories of gender and sexuality. Topics covered may include: what role can/should/shouldn’t an author’s biographical information play in the interpretation of literary works? How do style and language shape queer literature? How does a text represent or evoke “truth,” subjectivity, and alliance? How does intersectionality function in this field? How is queer identity shaped, formed, and established? Is there a queer literary canon? Course materials will include explicit representations of sex and sexuality. This course fulfills the Human Diversity requirement. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or permission of the instructor.

Credits: 3

Class Level Sophomore Undergraduate
Program Undergraduate