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This 8-week course introduces learners to the foundational concepts of literary studies. We begin with an exploration of literature and its genres, then delve into prose, essays, fiction, poetry, and drama examining their forms and techniques. Literary devices that span across genres are discussed to enhance analytical skills.The final week deals with Practical Criticism which enableslearners to integrate all learning while analysing a text.INTENDED AUDIENCE:UG (Regular and NEP 2020 both batches) PG. Students enrolled in AEC (Ability Enhancement Courses) SEC (Skill Enhancement Courses) PREREQUISITES:Basics of English Language and LiteratureINDUSTRY SUPPORT:NA
Syllabus
Week 1: Foundations of Literature Dr Vishal Singh
Week 2: Prose as a Literary Form by Dr Vishal Singh
Week 3: Fiction as a Literary Form by Dr Vishal Singh
Week 4: The Novel as a Literary Form by Dr Vishal Singh
Week 5: Poetry as a Literary Form by Dr Manjari Jhunjhunwala
Week 6: Drama as a Literary Genre by Dr Vishal Singh
Week 7: Literary Devices and Techniques by Dr Manjari Jhunjhunwala
Week 8: Practical Criticism — From Reading to Interpretation by Dr Vishal Singh
Taught by
Dr Manjari Jhunjhunwala, Dr Vishal Singh