EGL 267 - The Virginia Woolf

Course Units: 1

Virginia Woolf is arguably the most important writer of the twentieth century. In addition to her acclaimed fiction, Woolf also wrote short stories, essays, letters, and diary entries that have shaped how we think about the relationship between literature and gender, sexuality, and politics. This class examines Woolf and her work within their social, cultural, and historical contexts, but also examines how her fiction has been taken up by contemporary authors to explore how her legacy continues to influence discussions of gender equality, human rights, racial inequality, and international migration. By digging into a substantial sampling of Woolf’s works, we will interrogate her stylistic innovations, shifting political ideologies, remarkable social circles, and her complex life. Prerequisite(s): One 100-level English course or a score of 5 on the AP English Language or Literature and Composition test. CQ: HUM, HUL, WAC, GCHF, GLIT, GSPE ISP: GSW