Students enjoyed the engaging lectures. The course had an excellent selection of reading materials and thought-provoking discussions. The worst aspect of the course was the copious amounts of reading that the students had to do in short periods of time. The course would be improved if the amount of mandatory texts were lessened and if more time was al otted for discussion on each one. Prospective students should know that this course is a combination of lectures and smal group discussions.

The best aspects of the course included the wide selection of interesting literature that was assigned to the class, as well as the engaging lectures offered by different professors. The worst aspect of the course was the large amount of material which had to be covered through the text. The lectures did not offer in-depth analysis of the reading and there was often not enough time to discuss them before students had to move on to the next text. The course would improve if the number of required texts for the course was reduced and more discussion was encouraged. Prospective students should know that this is a somewhat writing intensive course which pushes students to apply what they read through analytical papers.

The best aspect of the course was the wide selection of interesting readings. The worst aspect of the course was the extensive reading that was required on a weekly basis. Even though students found the reading selections very interesting, the course would improve if the number of books assigned to the class were reduced. Prospective students should know that this course involves reading many classic books. It also involves some level of writing and exploring music, and overall it is an enjoyable course.

The best aspects of the course included the exposure students got to a variety of great literature, and the discussion based class sessions. The worst aspect of the course was the number of books that students had to read on a weekly basis. They often found it difficult to keep up with the readings while trying to get an in-depth understanding of the texts. The course would be improved if more time were spent on each book and if the number of books required for the course were slightly reduced. Prospective students should know that this course involves a substantial amount of reading and analytical writing.

Students loved the interesting books they read in class, and thought that the professor was engaging during class discussions. Students also believed that by the end of the semester their writing skills had improved. Because there were so many books, many students felt overwhelmed by the reading load, and thought that they had to rush through the materials to get everything done. Students also thought that the discussions were sometimes a bit one-sided, with the professor talking at them instead of encouraging them to speak. Students suggested lightening the reading selection and spending more time on the assigned books as a way to drive the discussions and get people talking. Students also wanted more variety in the selections, with works by authors who were female or non-White. Prospective students are highly encouraged to take this course if they love literature and literary analysis. The course is reading and writing intensive, and students need to make sure that they complete the work before class.

Students thought that the best aspects of this course included the class discussions, which students found incredibly in-depth and thought-provoking. Some of the students thought that the lectures could get a bit slow, and that the workload was excessive. Students suggested adding more opportunities for discussion and adding more variety to the titles read in order to make the reading list less difficult and more interesting. Prospective students should be prepared for extensive reading assignments, but know that the course will ultimately help them improve their writing skills.

Students thought the best aspects of this class were the engaging discussion sections and the range of great literature covered over the semester. The section discussions gave students the opportunity to analyze the texts in an engaging and insightful atmosphere. The sheer volume of readings, as well as lectures that tended to drag, were the worst aspects of the class. Suggestions for improvement included making lectures more interactive and reducing the number of books covered over the semester. Prospective students should know that the class required intense and regular work but the class was very rewarding.

Students felt the highlights of this class included the variety of books and the advanced nature of the course. Many students also enjoyed the intellectual chal enge the course presented. The worst aspects of the course were the confusing schedule and the fast pace of the readings. Suggestions to improve the course included having a more structured schedule of lecture days and section days, and giving more time for each book. Prospective students should know that you do not need to be an English major to enjoy the class, though you should love reading.

Students thought the best aspects of the course were the small class size, engaging discussions, and variety of reading material. The professor also brought meaningful insight to the discussions. At times the workload became overwhelming and it often seemed that the professor was looking for one particular answer rather than the student’s original conclusion. Suggestions to improve the course included adding more interaction during lecture and giving more leeway to the type of essays students write. Prospective students should know that the course had a very heavy reading schedule with regular essay assignments, but the reading was interesting and intellectually stimulating.

Students felt the diversity of the reading selections, the balance between the lecture and sections, and the chal enge of this class were some of the highlights. Professors with expertise in each book lead the lecture, giving more insight into the various topics that would have been gained otherwise. The worst aspect of the course was the pace of the reading assignments. Assigning fewer books over the semester so more time could be spent on each was a common suggestion to improve the course. Prospective students should know this course entails a great deal of reading, but it is an amazing and rewarding class.

Students thought highlights from the class included reading such a wide variety of books that spanned such a long time period and that were so intellectually challenging. The chance to hand in first drafts of essays for ungraded feedback was also greatly appreciated. The worst aspect of the class was the lack of discussion during section meetings. The class could be improved by reducing the number of books so there was more time for each one. Prospective students should know that the class required intense and regular work but the course was very rewarding.