An Introduction to British and American Literature




Course Overview:
An Introduction to British and American Literature on Course Plus is a comprehensive e-learning course that explores the evolution of literature from the Elizabethan era to modernist fiction. This course covers iconic literary figures such as William Shakespeare, John Milton, Edgar Allan Poe, and Virginia Woolf while delving into critical literary movements including Romanticism, Transcendentalism, and Modernism. Whether you’re a student, educator, or literature enthusiast, this course provides a deep dive into the cultural and historical contexts of influential literary works, making it an essential guide for understanding British and American literary traditions.
Why Enroll in this Course?
Enrolling in An Introduction to British and American Literature on Course Plus allows you to explore the richness of literary history and its impact on modern storytelling. You’ll gain insights into classic works such as Hamlet, Pride and Prejudice, and The Great Gatsby, enhancing your critical thinking and analytical skills. The course is designed to cater to both beginners and seasoned readers, offering flexible learning options and expert guidance. With carefully curated content, it provides a deep understanding of literary movements like Romanticism and Modernism. Whether for academic growth, professional development, or personal enrichment, this course is a valuable addition to your learning journey. Join us to discover the evolution of literature across centuries and continents.
Investment Value:
- Gain comprehensive knowledge of British and American literary history.
- Enhance your analytical and critical thinking skills for academic and professional purposes.
- Flexible online learning schedule with lifetime access.
- Expert-led content with interactive learning materials.
- Valuable certification upon course completion to boost your credentials.(on demand)
Technical Specifications:
- Accessible on all devices (desktop, tablet, mobile).
- Self-paced modules.
- High-quality video lectures and supplementary reading materials.
- Discussion forums for interactive learning.
Learning Outcome
- Understand the evolution of British and American literature.
- Analyze key literary works and their historical significance.
- Explore various literary movements and their impact.
- Gain insights into the themes and styles of renowned authors.
- Develop critical reading and writing skills.
- Learn about the socio-political influences on literature.
- Improve comprehension of literary devices and techniques.
- Compare different literary genres and their development.
- Enhance your appreciation for poetry, drama, and fiction.
- Apply literary analysis to contemporary works.
Conclusion
Enrol in An Introduction to British and American Literature on Course Plus and embark on a fascinating literary journey through history. From Elizabethan drama to modernist fiction, this course offers deep insights into the evolution of literature and its timeless influence. Whether you’re looking to enhance your academic knowledge or simply explore classic literary works, this course provides the perfect platform for literary enrichment.
Next Steps:
- Register on Course Plus platform
- Access course materials
- Join community discussions
- Earn certification
Course Curriculum
ELIZABETHAN DRAMA AND SHAKESPEARE’S HAMLET
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The History of Drama
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Elizabethan Drama
12:00 -
William Shakespeare
06:00 -
Hamlet: A Synopsis of the Play
04:00 -
Hamlet: An Anlaysis of the Play
19:00 -
Hamlet’s Soliloquies
05:00
JACOBEAN LITERATURE AND THE METAPHYSICAL POETS
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Jacobean Literature: Poetry and Prose
12:00 -
Puritanism and the English Civil War
11:00 -
Metaphysical Poetry
08:00 -
Metaphysical Poets – John Donne
09:00 -
George Herbert
06:00 -
Andrew Marvell
08:00 -
John Milton
08:00
THE RISE OF THE NOVEL AND SATIRE
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The Restoration and Glorious Revolution
06:00 -
The Novel
08:00 -
Early Novelists: Defoe, Richardson, and Fielding
12:00 -
English Satire: John Dryden and Alexander Pope
06:00 -
Jonathan Swift and Gulliver’s Travels
11:00 -
Swift’s “A Modest Proposal”
08:00
THE EMERGENCE OF AMERICAN LITERATURE
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Colonialism and John Smith
08:00 -
Pilgrim Writers
11:00 -
The Revolutionary Period Writers
08:00 -
The Knickerbocker Era: Washington Irving
15:00 -
Frontier Fiction: James Fenimore Cooper
10:00
THE NEW ENGLAND RENAISSANCE
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The Westward Expansion
05:00 -
Transcendentalism: Ralph Waldo Emerson
11:00 -
Transcendentalism: Henry David Thoreau
08:00 -
Anti-Transcendentalism: Nathaniel Hawthorne
05:00 -
Nathaniel Hawthorne and The Scarlet Letter
08:00 -
Herman Melville
06:00 -
Edgar Allan Poe
07:00 -
Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado”
05:00 -
Poe’s “The Raven”
08:00
THE AMERICAN CIVIL WAR ERA AND THE GILDED AGE
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The American Civil War Era and Harriet Beecher Stowe
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Walt Whitman
10:00 -
Whitman’s “Drum Taps”
07:00 -
Emily Dickinson
09:00 -
The Gilded Age
07:00 -
Local Color Writing: Mark Twain
09:00 -
Tom Sawyer & Huck Finn
12:00 -
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court
07:00
WOMEN WRITERS OF THE 19TH CENTURY
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Female Writers and The French Revolution
12:00 -
Mary Wollstonecraft
10:00 -
Helen Maria Williams
09:00 -
Unitarianism
04:00 -
Harriet Martineau
12:00 -
Anna Laetitia Barbauld
07:00 -
Lucy Aikin
05:00
BRITISH ROMANTIC POETS AND THE POETIC IMAGINATION
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The Napoleonic Wars
08:00 -
The Romantic Period
05:00 -
William Blake
08:00 -
William Wordsworth
09:00 -
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
09:00 -
Percy Bysshe Shelley
08:00 -
John Keats
09:00 -
Lord George Gordon Byron
08:00
VICTORIAN NOVELS
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Gothic Novels
11:00 -
Jane Austin’s Pride and Prejudice
14:00 -
Victorian Novels
09:00 -
Emily Brontë and Wuthering Heights
12:00 -
Charles Dickens and Great Expectations
15:00
THE IMAGIST MOVEMENTS AFTER WORLD WAR I
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Anti-Victorianism and Edwardian England
05:00 -
Imagism and Gertruid Stein
06:00 -
Post War Literature & Ezra Pound
10:00 -
T.S. Eliot
13:00 -
William Carlos Williams
05:00 -
Archibald MacLeish
06:00
MODERNIST FICTION
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Modernist Fiction
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Henry James
07:00 -
James Joyce
07:00 -
Joyce’s “Araby”
19:00 -
Joyce’s Ulysses
07:00 -
Virginia Woolf
07:00 -
To the Lighthouse
13:00
THE LOST GENERATION AND THE BEAT GENERATION
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Ernest Hemingway and the Lost Generation
05:00 -
Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises
10:00 -
F. Scott Fitzgerald
05:00 -
Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby
09:00 -
ee cummings
06:00 -
Robert Lowell
06:00 -
The Beat Generation and Allen Ginsberg
12:00
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LevelAll Levels
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Duration11 hours 42 minutes
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Last UpdatedMarch 1, 2025
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- Interactive modules
- Video-based instruction
- Practical exercises
- Certification (on demand)
- Assessment on demand
Requirements
- Minimum age: 18 years
- Access to a computer with internet
- Willingness to learn and engage
Target Audience
- Literature students seeking academic excellence.
- Educators and scholars in the field of humanities.
- Writers and aspiring authors looking for inspiration.
- Professionals in publishing and media industries.
- Enthusiasts eager to deepen their literary knowledge.
- Anyone preparing for literature-related examinations.

