Description

From its roots in the Christian west, American literature gave shape to new ideas even as it breathed life into existing forms such as the Biblical sermon, the ancient quest, and the medieval romance.

This course takes the student from colonial writings to modern fiction, and surveys both prose and poetry. The class is divided between lecture and discussion formats. The student should expect frequent, guided readings and regular writing assignments.

We’ll develop a background in the Puritans and Founders. Then, we will read novels, poetry, and short stories.

This course is part of the Compass Lectures Series where veteran teachers are filmed as they teach in an actual classroom. Purchase of this product grants access to videos filmed live in Nashville as well as assignments given to the students attending in person by means of our Learning Management System.  Any homework needs to be graded by students or parents.

Required Books

• The Last of the Mohicans
• Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
• The Red Badge of Courage
• Little Women
• The Great Gatsby
• To Kill a Mockingbird
• Travels with Charley
• Peace Like a River

*Copies of these books can be purchased on any of these sites, Better World Books, Thrift Books, or Amazon.com

License: This product is licensed for use by one family. Coop participants must purchase one subscription per family.